Waghala (Radi) - Ambejogai, Beed
Waghala (Radi) is a village situated in the Ambejogai tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Ambejogai and around 100 km from Bid. Waghala (Radi) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghala (Radi) is 560026. The village covers a total geographical area of 1043 hectares and falls under the 431523 pincode. Ambejogai is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Waghala (Radi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaij Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghala (Radi)
As per Census 2011, Waghala (Radi) village has a total population of 3,379 people, consisting of 1,765 males and 1,614 females. The village has 704 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 408 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,347 literate and 1,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 949 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 18 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waghala (Radi) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,379 | 1,765 | 1,614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 408 | 231 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 496 | 453 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 5 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 2,347 | 1,329 | 1,018 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,032 | 436 | 596 |
Nearby Villages of Waghala (Radi)
Waghala (Radi) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogaiwadi | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Selu Amba | East | 2.69 km |
| Satephal | West | 3.56 km |
| Radi | South | 3.82 km |
| Morewadi | North | 4.16 km |
| Ambajogai (rural) | North-East | 4.88 km |
| Pokhari | East | 5.13 km |
| Kumbephal | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Shripatraiwadi | West | 5.40 km |
| Saygaon | East | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waghala (Radi)
Waghala (Radi) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ghat Nandur, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.0 km.
| 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 Ambejogai to Waghala (Radi) is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Waghala (Radi) 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 Waghala (Radi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghala (Radi) 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 Waghala (Radi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghala (Radi) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Waghala (Radi)
Where is Waghala (Radi) located?
Waghala (Radi) village is located in Ambejogai Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghala (Radi)?
Waghala (Radi) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waghala (Radi)?
The pincode of Waghala (Radi) is 431523.
What is the population of Waghala (Radi)?
Waghala (Radi) has a total population of 3,379, including 1,765 males and 1,614 females.
How many households are there in Waghala (Radi)?
There are 704 households in Waghala (Radi).
What is the literacy rate in Waghala (Radi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghala (Radi) is 69.46%. Male literacy is 75.30% and female literacy is 63.07%.