Wagha
Wagha is a village located in Jamkhed tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkhed (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Wagha village is also a gram panchayat.
Wagha has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Wagha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wagha is 558703. The village spans a total geographical area of 752 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Wagha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 88km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wagha village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wagha
Population of Wagha
Below is a concise population overview of Wagha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 705 | 361 | 344 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 425 | 245 | 180 |
Illiterate Population | 280 | 116 | 164 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wagha village:
- The total population of Wagha village is around 705, including approximately 361 males and 344 females, with a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 75 children aged 0–6 years in Wagha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wagha village has 77 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Wagha village is about 60.28%, with male literacy at 67.87% and female literacy at 52.33%.
- There are around 156 households in Wagha village.
Connectivity of Wagha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wagha. As per the 2011 stats, Wagha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wagha
Knowing the nearby villages of Wagha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wagha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wagha
- Where is Wagha located?
- Wagha village is situated in Jamkhed Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wagha?
- Wagha serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wagha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wagha is 705, with 361 males and 344 females.
- How many households are there in Wagha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wagha village has a total of 156 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wagha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wagha is 60.28%. The male literacy rate is 67.87%, while the female literacy rate is 52.33%.