Waghrali
Waghrali is a village located in Gadhinglaj tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gadhinglaj (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Wagharali is the gram panchayat of Waghrali village.
Here you can discover what makes Waghrali unique in its vibrant Gadhinglaj-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Waghrali’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Waghrali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghrali is 568039. The village spans a total geographical area of 383 hectares. Gadhinglaj is nearest town to Waghrali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waghrali 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 Chandgad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kolhapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Waghrali
Population of Waghrali
According to the 2011 Census, Waghrali has a total population of about 1,411, with approximately 634 males and 777 females. The sex ratio is around 1225 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 96 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.83%, with male literacy at about 74.45% and female literacy near 60.62%. There are around 406 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Waghrali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,411 | 634 | 777 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 62 | 42 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 41 | 55 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 943 | 472 | 471 |
Illiterate Population | 468 | 162 | 306 |
Connectivity of Waghrali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghrali. As per the 2011 stats, Waghrali 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 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waghrali
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghrali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghrali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghrali
- Where is Waghrali located?
- Waghrali village is situated in Gadhinglaj Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghrali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Waghrali is Wagharali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Waghrali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghrali is 1,411, with 634 males and 777 females.
- How many households are there in Waghrali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghrali village has a total of 406 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghrali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghrali is 66.83%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 60.62%.