Waghalgaon (J) - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Waghalgaon (J) is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Vita Khurd serves as the Village Panchayat for Waghalgaon (J) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghalgaon (J) is 546927. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.31 hectares and falls under the 431516 pincode. Sonpeth is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Waghalgaon (J) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Waghalgaon (J)
According to the 2011 Census, Waghalgaon (J) village had a total population of 548 people, including 286 males and 262 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.90%, with male literacy at 87.70% and female literacy at 69.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 151.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 286 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 80 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 214 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 72 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Waghalgaon (J)
Waghalgaon (J) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vita Kh. | South | 1.50 km |
| Lasina | East | 2.30 km |
| Mudgal | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Dudhgaon | South | 3.11 km |
| Kumbhari | North | 3.29 km |
| Thadiukkadgaon | East | 4.38 km |
| Limba Tanda | West | 4.52 km |
| Vita Bk | South-West | 4.53 km |
| Wangi | North-East | 4.65 km |
| Wazur Kh | North | 5.31 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waghalgaon (J)
Public transport in the Waghalgaon (J) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Ukhali, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.3 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 Sonpeth to Waghalgaon (J) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Waghalgaon (J) is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waghalgaon (J)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghalgaon (J) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Waghalgaon (J)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghalgaon (J) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Waghalgaon (J)
Where is Waghalgaon (J) located?
Waghalgaon (J) village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waghalgaon (J)?
The Village Panchayat of Waghalgaon (J) is Vita Khurd.
What is the pincode of Waghalgaon (J)?
The pincode of Waghalgaon (J) is 431516.
What is the population of Waghalgaon (J)?
Waghalgaon (J) had a total population of 548, including 286 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Waghalgaon (J)?
Waghalgaon (J) had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghalgaon (J)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghalgaon (J) was 78.90%. Male literacy was 87.70% and female literacy was 69.57%.