Waghane - Patan, Satara
Waghane is a village situated in the Patan tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patan and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Govare serves as the Village Panchayat for Waghane village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghane is 564180. The village covers a total geographical area of 841.31 hectares and falls under the 415209 pincode. Chiplun is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Waghane village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghane
According to the 2011 Census, Waghane village had a total population of 125 people, including 68 males and 57 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.26%, with male literacy at 77.97% and female literacy at 42.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 67.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 68 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 46 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 22 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Waghane
Waghane is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kolane | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Kondhavale | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Govare | East | 2.93 km |
| Nechal | North | 3.11 km |
| Mendheghar | North | 3.23 km |
| Manjutri | West | 3.37 km |
| Patharpunj | South | 3.65 km |
| Nav | East | 3.83 km |
| Pathe | West | 4.05 km |
| Helwak | North | 4.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waghane
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Waghane. The nearest railway station is Aravali Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chiplun to Waghane is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Waghane is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waghane
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghane village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Waghane
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghane village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Waghane
Where is Waghane located?
Waghane village is located in Patan Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waghane?
The Village Panchayat of Waghane is Govare.
What is the pincode of Waghane?
The pincode of Waghane is 415209.
What is the population of Waghane?
Waghane had a total population of 125, including 68 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Waghane?
Waghane had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghane?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghane was 61.26%. Male literacy was 77.97% and female literacy was 42.31%.