Waghapur
Waghapur is a village located in Tasgaon tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Tasgaon (tehsildar office) and 13km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Waghapur village is also a gram panchayat.
Waghapur has its own place in the vibrant Sangli 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 Waghapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghapur is 568666. The village spans a total geographical area of 411.69 hectares. Tasgaon is nearest town to Waghapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waghapur 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Waghapur
Population of Waghapur
Below is a concise population overview of Waghapur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 611 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 67 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 905 | 493 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 118 | 168 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghapur village:
- The total population of Waghapur village is around 1,191, including approximately 611 males and 580 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Waghapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waghapur village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 20 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Waghapur village is about 75.99%, with male literacy at 80.69% and female literacy at 71.03%.
- There are around 253 households in Waghapur village.
Connectivity of Waghapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghapur. As per the 2011 stats, Waghapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waghapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghapur
- Where is Waghapur located?
- Waghapur village is situated in Tasgaon Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghapur?
- Waghapur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Waghapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghapur is 1,191, with 611 males and 580 females.
- How many households are there in Waghapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghapur village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghapur is 75.99%. The male literacy rate is 80.69%, while the female literacy rate is 71.03%.