Waghwadi
Waghwadi is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Waghwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Waghwadi 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 Waghwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghwadi is 568355. The village spans a total geographical area of 523.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415403. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Waghwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waghwadi 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 Islampur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Waghwadi
Population of Waghwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Waghwadi 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 | 1,016 | 545 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 82 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 838 | 440 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 105 | 73 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghwadi village:
- The total population of Waghwadi village is around 1,016, including approximately 545 males and 471 females, with a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Waghwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waghwadi village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Waghwadi village is about 82.48%, with male literacy at 80.73% and female literacy at 84.50%.
- There are around 188 households in Waghwadi village.
Connectivity of Waghwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Waghwadi 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waghwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghwadi
- Where is Waghwadi located?
- Waghwadi village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghwadi?
- Waghwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Waghwadi?
- The pincode of Waghwadi is 415403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Waghwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghwadi is 1,016, with 545 males and 471 females.
- How many households are there in Waghwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghwadi village has a total of 188 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghwadi is 82.48%. The male literacy rate is 80.73%, while the female literacy rate is 84.50%.