Waghari - Jamner, Jalgaon
Waghari is a village situated in the Jamner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamner and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Waghari village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghari is 528022. The village covers a total geographical area of 1032 hectares and falls under the 424206 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Waghari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jamner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghari
As per Census 2011, Waghari village has a total population of 2,252 people, consisting of 1,126 males and 1,126 females. The village has 486 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 324 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,389 literate and 863 illiterate residents. Additionally, 390 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 176 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waghari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,252 | 1,126 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 165 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 390 | 194 | 196 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 83 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 1,389 | 792 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 863 | 334 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Waghari
Waghari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalkhede | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Maldhabadi | North | 2.75 km |
| Patkheda | East | 3.15 km |
| Wadi | North-East | 3.17 km |
| Tighre Wadgaon | South | 3.55 km |
| Sargaon | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Sonari | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Navidabhadi | North | 4.40 km |
| Wadgaon Tighre | South | 4.46 km |
| Revati | East | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waghari
Waghari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jamner, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Waghari is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Waghari is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waghari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Waghari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Waghari
Where is Waghari located?
Waghari village is located in Jamner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghari?
Waghari is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waghari?
The pincode of Waghari is 424206.
What is the population of Waghari?
Waghari has a total population of 2,252, including 1,126 males and 1,126 females.
How many households are there in Waghari?
There are 486 households in Waghari.
What is the literacy rate in Waghari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghari is 61.68%. Male literacy is 70.34% and female literacy is 53.02%.