Vaghera - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Vaghera is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Vaghera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaghera is 550885. The village covers a total geographical area of 1634.57 hectares and falls under the 422203 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Vaghera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaghera
As per Census 2011, Vaghera village has a total population of 2,963 people, consisting of 1,474 males and 1,489 females. The village has 480 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,416 literate and 1,547 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,877 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaghera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,963 | 1,474 | 1,489 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 273 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 35 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,877 | 1,431 | 1,446 |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 804 | 612 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,547 | 670 | 877 |
Nearby Villages of Vaghera
Vaghera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jategaon Bk | North | 2.78 km |
| Varasvihir | West | 3.30 km |
| Gorthan | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Chinchwad | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Kone | East | 3.69 km |
| Jategaon Kh | North-East | 4.66 km |
| Welunje | South | 4.99 km |
| Waygholpada | North-West | 5.12 km |
| Malegaon | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Mahadeo Nagar | North-East | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaghera
Vaghera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padli, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Trimbak to Vaghera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vaghera is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaghera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaghera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaghera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaghera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaghera
Where is Vaghera located?
Vaghera village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaghera?
Vaghera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaghera?
The pincode of Vaghera is 422203.
What is the population of Vaghera?
Vaghera has a total population of 2,963, including 1,474 males and 1,489 females.
How many households are there in Vaghera?
There are 480 households in Vaghera.
What is the literacy rate in Vaghera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaghera is 47.79%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 41.10%.