Waghave

Waghave is a village located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 193km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Adakhal is the gram panchayat of Waghave village.

Here you can discover what makes Waghave unique in its vibrant Dapoli-Ratnagiri region. You’ll see Waghave’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Waghave

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghave is 564831. The village spans a total geographical area of 344.87 hectares. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to Waghave village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Waghave 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 Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Waghave

According to the 2011 Census, Waghave has a total population of about 307, with approximately 128 males and 179 females. The sex ratio is around 1398 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.96%, with male literacy at about 80.47% and female literacy near 67.60%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Waghave's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 307 128 179
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 23 12 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 224 103 121
Illiterate Population 83 25 58

Connectivity of Waghave

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghave. As per the 2011 stats, Waghave had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Waghave

Knowing the nearby villages of Waghave helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghave.

Frequently Asked Questions about Waghave

Where is Waghave located?
Waghave village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghave?
The Gram Panchayat of Waghave is Adakhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Waghave as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghave is 307, with 128 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Waghave as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Waghave village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghave as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghave is 72.96%. The male literacy rate is 80.47%, while the female literacy rate is 67.60%.