Waghi

Waghi is a village located in Basmath tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Basmath (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Waghi village is also a gram panchayat.

Waghi has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli 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 Waghi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghi is 546297. The village spans a total geographical area of 270 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Waghi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

When it comes to local governance, Waghi 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Waghi

Below is a concise population overview of Waghi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,064 541 523
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 139 75 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 173 89 84
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 673 392 281
Illiterate Population 391 149 242

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghi village:

  • The total population of Waghi village is around 1,064, including approximately 541 males and 523 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 139 children aged 0–6 years in Waghi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Waghi village has 173 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Waghi village is about 63.25%, with male literacy at 72.46% and female literacy at 53.73%.
  • There are around 210 households in Waghi village.

Connectivity of Waghi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghi. As per the 2011 stats, Waghi 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Waghi

Knowing the nearby villages of Waghi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Waghi

Where is Waghi located?
Waghi village is situated in Basmath Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghi?
Waghi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Waghi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghi is 1,064, with 541 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Waghi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Waghi village has a total of 210 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghi is 63.25%. The male literacy rate is 72.46%, while the female literacy rate is 53.73%.