Wegaon - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Wegaon is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wegaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wegaon is 543799. The village covers a total geographical area of 1642.95 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Wegaon 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 Wegaon
As per Census 2011, Wegaon village has a total population of 2,771 people, consisting of 1,412 males and 1,359 females. The village has 677 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 275 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,059 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 143 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wegaon are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Wegaon
Wegaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolgaon | North | 2.93 km |
| Dorli | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Wadgaon (waghade) | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Dongargaon | East | 3.47 km |
| Godhani | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Hiwari | West | 3.87 km |
| Takarkheda | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Mangarul | North | 4.58 km |
| Arjuni | South-West | 5.12 km |
| Borda | South | 5.12 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wegaon
Public transport in the Wegaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wani, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wani to Wegaon is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wegaon is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wegaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wegaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wegaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wegaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wegaon
Where is Wegaon located?
Wegaon village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wegaon?
Wegaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wegaon?
The pincode of Wegaon is 445303.
What is the population of Wegaon?
Wegaon has a total population of 2,771, including 1,412 males and 1,359 females.
How many households are there in Wegaon?
There are 677 households in Wegaon.
What is the literacy rate in Wegaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wegaon is 74.31%. Male literacy is 80.81% and female literacy is 67.55%.