Wadgaon - Manora, Washim
Wadgaon is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Amakinhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon is 531109. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.49 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Wadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon village had a total population of 404 people, including 206 males and 198 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 961 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 92.66% and female literacy at 77.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 86, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 404 | 206 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 29 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 164 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 42 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon
Wadgaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon
Wadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Wadgaon is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Wadgaon is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon
Where is Wadgaon located?
Wadgaon village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon is Amakinhi.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon?
The pincode of Wadgaon is 444404.
What is the population of Wadgaon?
Wadgaon had a total population of 404, including 206 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon?
Wadgaon had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon was 85.71%. Male literacy was 92.66% and female literacy was 77.99%.