Vadgaon - Digras, Yavatmal
Vadgaon is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Arambhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vadgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vadgaon is 542659. The village covers a total geographical area of 266.62 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Vadgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vadgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Vadgaon village had a total population of 430 people, including 211 males and 219 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.07%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 73.30%.
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 | 430 | 211 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 162 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 49 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Vadgaon
Vadgaon 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 Vadgaon
Vadgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Darwha to Vadgaon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Vadgaon is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vadgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vadgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vadgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vadgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Vadgaon
Where is Vadgaon located?
Vadgaon village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vadgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Vadgaon is Arambhi.
What is the pincode of Vadgaon?
The pincode of Vadgaon is 445203.
What is the population of Vadgaon?
Vadgaon had a total population of 430, including 211 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Vadgaon?
Vadgaon had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vadgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vadgaon was 82.07%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 73.30%.