Vagheshwar
Vagheshwar is a village located in Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Vengurla (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Ubhadanda is the gram panchayat of Vagheshwar village.
Here you can discover what makes Vagheshwar unique in its vibrant Vengurla-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Vagheshwar’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 Vagheshwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vagheshwar is 566670. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.15 hectares. Vengurla is nearest town to Vagheshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
Google Map of Vagheshwar
Population of Vagheshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Vagheshwar has a total population of about 633, with approximately 329 males and 304 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 49 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.36%, with male literacy at about 84.19% and female literacy near 84.54%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vagheshwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 633 | 329 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 277 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 52 | 47 |
Connectivity of Vagheshwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vagheshwar. As per the 2011 stats, Vagheshwar 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 Vagheshwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Vagheshwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vagheshwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vagheshwar
- Where is Vagheshwar located?
- Vagheshwar village is situated in Vengurla Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vagheshwar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vagheshwar is Ubhadanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Vagheshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vagheshwar is 633, with 329 males and 304 females.
- How many households are there in Vagheshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vagheshwar village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vagheshwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vagheshwar is 84.36%. The male literacy rate is 84.19%, while the female literacy rate is 84.54%.