Waghapur - Purandhar, Pune
Waghapur is a village situated in the Purandhar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sasvad and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Vaghapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Waghapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghapur is 556461. The village covers a total geographical area of 1121 hectares and falls under the 412104 pincode. Sasvad is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Waghapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purandar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghapur
As per Census 2011, Waghapur village has a total population of 2,177 people, consisting of 1,101 males and 1,076 females. The village has 513 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,673 literate and 504 illiterate residents. Additionally, 180 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waghapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,177 | 1,101 | 1,076 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 114 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,673 | 902 | 771 |
| Illiterate Population | 504 | 199 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Waghapur
Waghapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Singapur | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Rajewadi | South-East | 3.25 km |
| Ambale | East | 3.79 km |
| Gurholi | West | 4.08 km |
| Walati | North-West | 4.22 km |
| Shindwane | North | 4.58 km |
| Dalimb | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Bhosalewadi | South | 5.22 km |
| Pargaon | South | 5.61 km |
| Udachiwadi | South-West | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waghapur
Waghapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajevadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sasvad to Waghapur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Waghapur is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waghapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Waghapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Waghapur
Where is Waghapur located?
Waghapur village is located in Purandhar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Waghapur is Vaghapur.
What is the pincode of Waghapur?
The pincode of Waghapur is 412104.
What is the population of Waghapur?
Waghapur has a total population of 2,177, including 1,101 males and 1,076 females.
How many households are there in Waghapur?
There are 513 households in Waghapur.
What is the literacy rate in Waghapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghapur is 76.85%. Male literacy is 81.93% and female literacy is 71.65%.