Waghad
Waghad is a village located in Dindori tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dindori (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Waghad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Waghad unique in its vibrant Dindori-Nashik region. You’ll see Waghad’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 Waghad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghad is 550545. The village spans a total geographical area of 1795.25 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422002. Nashik is nearest town to Waghad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
As per 2019 stats, Waghad village comes under Dindori assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Waghad
Population of Waghad
According to the 2011 Census, Waghad has a total population of about 1,402, with approximately 697 males and 705 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 218 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 23 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,318. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.06%, with male literacy at about 73.74% and female literacy near 48.51%. There are around 246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Waghad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,402 | 697 | 705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 218 | 98 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,318 | 655 | 663 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 514 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 183 | 363 |
Connectivity of Waghad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghad. As per the 2011 stats, Waghad 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 Waghad
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghad
- Where is Waghad located?
- Waghad village is situated in Dindori Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghad?
- Waghad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Waghad?
- The pincode of Waghad is 422002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Waghad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghad is 1,402, with 697 males and 705 females.
- How many households are there in Waghad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghad village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghad is 61.06%. The male literacy rate is 73.74%, while the female literacy rate is 48.51%.