Waje
Waje is a village located in Panvel tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Panvel (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Waje village is also a gram panchayat.
Waje has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Waje
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waje is 553411. The village spans a total geographical area of 423.41 hectares. Panvel is nearest town to Waje village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waje village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Panvel Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Maval Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Waje
Population of Waje
Below is a concise population overview of Waje as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,780 | 882 | 898 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 117 | 111 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 366 | 187 | 179 |
Literate Population | 1,161 | 647 | 514 |
Illiterate Population | 619 | 235 | 384 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waje village:
- The total population of Waje village is around 1,780, including approximately 882 males and 898 females, with a sex ratio of 1018 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 228 children aged 0–6 years in Waje village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waje village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 366 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Waje village is about 65.22%, with male literacy at 73.36% and female literacy at 57.24%.
- There are around 345 households in Waje village.
Connectivity of Waje
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waje. As per the 2011 stats, Waje had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waje
Knowing the nearby villages of Waje helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waje.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waje
- Where is Waje located?
- Waje village is situated in Panvel Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waje?
- Waje serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Waje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waje is 1,780, with 882 males and 898 females.
- How many households are there in Waje as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waje village has a total of 345 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waje as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waje is 65.22%. The male literacy rate is 73.36%, while the female literacy rate is 57.24%.