Waghoshi
Waghoshi is a village located in Phaltan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Phaltan (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Waghoshi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Waghoshi unique in its vibrant Phaltan-Satara region. You’ll see Waghoshi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Waghoshi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghoshi is 563352. The village spans a total geographical area of 462 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415537. Phaltan is nearest town to Waghoshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waghoshi 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 Koregaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Waghoshi
Population of Waghoshi
According to the 2011 Census, Waghoshi has a total population of about 698, with approximately 362 males and 336 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 69 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.93%, with male literacy at about 81.77% and female literacy near 65.48%. There are around 141 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Waghoshi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 698 | 362 | 336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 516 | 296 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 66 | 116 |
Connectivity of Waghoshi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghoshi. As per the 2011 stats, Waghoshi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waghoshi
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghoshi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghoshi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghoshi
- Where is Waghoshi located?
- Waghoshi village is situated in Phaltan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghoshi?
- Waghoshi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Waghoshi?
- The pincode of Waghoshi is 415537, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Waghoshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghoshi is 698, with 362 males and 336 females.
- How many households are there in Waghoshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghoshi village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghoshi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghoshi is 73.93%. The male literacy rate is 81.77%, while the female literacy rate is 65.48%.