Wegaon
Wegaon is a village located in Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Maregaon (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Wegaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wegaon unique in its vibrant Maregaon-Yavatmal region. You’ll see Wegaon’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Wegaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wegaon is 543799. The village spans a total geographical area of 1642.95 hectares. Wani is nearest town to Wegaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Wegaon
Population of Wegaon
According to the 2011 Census, Wegaon has a total population of about 2,771, with approximately 1,412 males and 1,359 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 143 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 433. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.31%, with male literacy at about 80.81% and female literacy near 67.55%. There are around 677 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wegaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,771 | 1,412 | 1,359 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 137 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 64 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 224 | 209 |
| Literate Population | 2,059 | 1,141 | 918 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 271 | 441 |
Connectivity of Wegaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wegaon. As per the 2011 stats, Wegaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wegaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Wegaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wegaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wegaon
- Where is Wegaon located?
- Wegaon village is situated in Maregaon Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wegaon?
- Wegaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wegaon is 2,771, with 1,412 males and 1,359 females.
- How many households are there in Wegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wegaon village has a total of 677 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wegaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wegaon is 74.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.81%, while the female literacy rate is 67.55%.