Wighavali
About Wighavali
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wighavali village is 554623. Wighavali village is located in Mangaon tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Mangaon (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Warak is the gram panchayat of Wighavali village.
The total geographical area of village is 175 hectares. Wighavali has a total population of 505 peoples, out of which male population is 251 while female population is 254. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1011 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wighavali village is 77.23% out of which 83.27% males and 71.26% females are literate. There are about 129 houses in wighavali village.
When it comes to administration, Wighavali village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Wighavali village comes under Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Mahad is nearest town to wighavali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Wighavali
The population details of Wighavali cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 505 | 251 | 254 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 209 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 42 | 73 |
Connectivity of Wighavali
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wighavali
Where is Wighavali located?
Wighavali village is situated in Mangaon Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wighavali?
The Gram Panchayat of Wighavali is Warak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Wighavali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wighavali is 505, with 251 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Wighavali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wighavali village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wighavali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wighavali is 77.23%. The male literacy rate is 83.27%, while the female literacy rate is 71.26%.