Waghawade
Waghawade is a village located in Radhanagari tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Radhanagari (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Waghavade is the gram panchayat of Waghawade village.
Waghawade has its own place in the vibrant Kolhapur 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 Waghawade
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghawade is 567568. The village spans a total geographical area of 238 hectares. Kolhapur is nearest town to Waghawade village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Waghawade
Below is a concise population overview of Waghawade as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 702 | 372 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 38 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 477 | 297 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 75 | 150 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghawade village:
- The total population of Waghawade village is around 702, including approximately 372 males and 330 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Waghawade village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waghawade village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Waghawade village is about 67.95%, with male literacy at 79.84% and female literacy at 54.55%.
- There are around 146 households in Waghawade village.
Connectivity of Waghawade
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghawade. As per the 2011 stats, Waghawade 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 Waghawade
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghawade helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghawade.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghawade
- Where is Waghawade located?
- Waghawade village is situated in Radhanagari Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghawade?
- The Gram Panchayat of Waghawade is Waghavade (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Waghawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghawade is 702, with 372 males and 330 females.
- How many households are there in Waghawade as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghawade village has a total of 146 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghawade as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghawade is 67.95%. The male literacy rate is 79.84%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.