Mouje Waghotan - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Mouje Waghotan is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Waghotan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mouje Waghotan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mouje Waghotan is 566244. The village covers a total geographical area of 1051.02 hectares and falls under the 416804 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Mouje Waghotan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mouje Waghotan
As per Census 2011, Mouje Waghotan village has a total population of 1,380 people, consisting of 681 males and 699 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 162 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 978 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mouje Waghotan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 681 | 699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 80 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 530 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 151 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Mouje Waghotan
Mouje Waghotan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kasaba Waghotan | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Juveshwar | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Saundale | West | 3.12 km |
| Mutat | North-East | 3.23 km |
| Baparde | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Ingalwadi | North | 3.89 km |
| Mondpar | South | 4.50 km |
| Malegaon | South | 4.52 km |
| Wadachivari | North-West | 4.59 km |
| Nadan | South-West | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mouje Waghotan
Mouje Waghotan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Mouje Waghotan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Mouje Waghotan is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mouje Waghotan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mouje Waghotan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mouje Waghotan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mouje Waghotan 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mouje Waghotan
Where is Mouje Waghotan located?
Mouje Waghotan village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mouje Waghotan?
The Gram Panchayat of Mouje Waghotan is Waghotan.
What is the pincode of Mouje Waghotan?
The pincode of Mouje Waghotan is 416804.
What is the population of Mouje Waghotan?
Mouje Waghotan has a total population of 1,380, including 681 males and 699 females.
How many households are there in Mouje Waghotan?
There are 255 households in Mouje Waghotan.
What is the literacy rate in Mouje Waghotan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mouje Waghotan is 70.87%. Male literacy is 77.83% and female literacy is 64.09%.