Waghale - Shirur, Pune
Waghale is a village situated in the Shirur tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Waghole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Waghale village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghale is 555605. The village covers a total geographical area of 838.51 hectares and falls under the 412209 pincode. Shirur is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Waghale village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghale
As per Census 2011, Waghale village has a total population of 2,111 people, consisting of 1,080 males and 1,031 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,448 literate and 663 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 297 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waghale are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,111 | 1,080 | 1,031 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 141 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 149 | 148 |
| Literate Population | 1,448 | 815 | 633 |
| Illiterate Population | 663 | 265 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Waghale
Waghale 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpari Dumala | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Warude | West | 2.70 km |
| Sone Sangavi | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Lakhewadi | North | 4.48 km |
| Ganegaon Khalsa | South-West | 4.66 km |
| Khandale | South | 4.69 km |
| Chincholi | North-West | 5.19 km |
| Shingadwadi | West | 5.24 km |
| Shastabad | North-West | 5.71 km |
| Malthan | North | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waghale
Waghale is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Uruli, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shirur to Waghale is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Waghale is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waghale
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghale 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Waghale
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghale 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Waghale
Where is Waghale located?
Waghale village is located in Shirur Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghale?
The Gram Panchayat of Waghale is Waghole.
What is the pincode of Waghale?
The pincode of Waghale is 412209.
What is the population of Waghale?
Waghale has a total population of 2,111, including 1,080 males and 1,031 females.
How many households are there in Waghale?
There are 400 households in Waghale.
What is the literacy rate in Waghale?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghale is 68.59%. Male literacy is 75.46% and female literacy is 61.40%.