Waghala
Waghala is a village located in Umri tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Peth Umri (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Waghala village is also a gram panchayat.
Waghala has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Waghala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghala is 544924. The village spans a total geographical area of 682 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431807. Peth Umri is nearest town to Waghala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waghala 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 Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded 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 Waghala
Below is a concise population overview of Waghala 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 | 1,481 | 753 | 728 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 119 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 142 | 72 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 176 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 700 | 438 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 781 | 315 | 466 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghala village:
- The total population of Waghala village is around 1,481, including approximately 753 males and 728 females, with a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 250 children aged 0–6 years in Waghala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waghala village has 142 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 345 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Waghala village is about 47.27%, with male literacy at 58.17% and female literacy at 35.99%.
- There are around 288 households in Waghala village.
Connectivity of Waghala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghala. As per the 2011 stats, Waghala 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waghala
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghala
- Where is Waghala located?
- Waghala village is situated in Umri Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghala?
- Waghala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Waghala?
- The pincode of Waghala is 431807, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Waghala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghala is 1,481, with 753 males and 728 females.
- How many households are there in Waghala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghala village has a total of 288 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghala is 47.27%. The male literacy rate is 58.17%, while the female literacy rate is 35.99%.