Waghrat
About Waghrat
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Waghrat village is 565904. Waghrat village is located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Waghart is the gram panchayat of Waghrat village.
The total geographical area of village is 866 hectares. Waghrat has a total population of 807 peoples, out of which male population is 339 while female population is 468. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1380 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of waghrat village is 62.95% out of which 71.98% males and 56.41% females are literate. There are about 214 houses in waghrat village.
When it comes to administration, Waghrat 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, Waghrat village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Ratnagiri is nearest town to waghrat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Waghrat
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 807 | 339 | 468 |
| Children (0-6) | 82 | 37 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 508 | 244 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 299 | 95 | 204 |
Connectivity of Waghrat
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waghrat
Where is Waghrat located?
Waghrat village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghrat?
The Gram Panchayat of Waghrat is Waghart (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Waghrat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghrat is 807, with 339 males and 468 females.
How many households are there in Waghrat as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Waghrat village has a total of 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghrat as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghrat is 62.95%. The male literacy rate is 71.98%, while the female literacy rate is 56.41%.