Waghangaon
About Waghangaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Waghangaon village is 565981. Waghangaon village is located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 65km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Wagangaon is the gram panchayat of Waghangaon village.
The total geographical area of village is 378 hectares. Waghangaon has a total population of 765 peoples, out of which male population is 355 while female population is 410. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1154 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of waghangaon village is 77.78% out of which 83.10% males and 73.17% females are literate. There are about 184 houses in waghangaon village.
When it comes to administration, Waghangaon 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, Waghangaon village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to waghangaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Waghangaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 765 | 355 | 410 |
| Children (0-6) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 595 | 295 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 60 | 110 |
Connectivity of Waghangaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waghangaon
Where is Waghangaon located?
Waghangaon village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghangaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Waghangaon is Wagangaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Waghangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghangaon is 765, with 355 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Waghangaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Waghangaon village has a total of 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghangaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghangaon is 77.78%. The male literacy rate is 83.10%, while the female literacy rate is 73.17%.