Wagdara - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Wagdara is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wagdhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wagdara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wagdara is 543728. The village covers a total geographical area of 551 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Wagdara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wagdara
As per Census 2011, Wagdara village has a total population of 624 people, consisting of 307 males and 317 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 387 literate and 237 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 570 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wagdara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 624 | 307 | 317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 27 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 570 | 280 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 387 | 224 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 83 | 154 |
Nearby Villages of Wagdara
Wagdara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Vasantnagar | West | 1.72 km |
| Mendhani | East | 3.04 km |
| Sarati | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Durgada | West | 3.61 km |
| Awalgaon | North | 3.66 km |
| Girjapur | South | 4.72 km |
| Dhanpur | East | 4.92 km |
| Khandani | South-East | 5.02 km |
| Chi.botoni | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Ambora (ujad) | North | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wagdara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wagdara. The nearest railway station is Wani, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.6 km.
| 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 Pandharkaoda to Wagdara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wagdara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wagdara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wagdara 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 Wagdara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wagdara 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 Wagdara
Where is Wagdara located?
Wagdara village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wagdara?
The Gram Panchayat of Wagdara is Wagdhara.
What is the pincode of Wagdara?
The pincode of Wagdara is 445303.
What is the population of Wagdara?
Wagdara has a total population of 624, including 307 males and 317 females.
How many households are there in Wagdara?
There are 154 households in Wagdara.
What is the literacy rate in Wagdara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wagdara is 62.02%. Male literacy is 72.96% and female literacy is 51.42%.