Vagheshwar - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Vagheshwar is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Ubhadanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vagheshwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vagheshwar is 566670. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.15 hectares and falls under the 416516 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Vagheshwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vagheshwar
According to the 2011 Census, Vagheshwar village had a total population of 633 people, including 329 males and 304 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.44%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 91.79%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 633 | 329 | 304 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 277 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 52 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Vagheshwar
Vagheshwar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vagheshwar
Vagheshwar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Vagheshwar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Vengurla to Vagheshwar is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Vagheshwar is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vagheshwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vagheshwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Vagheshwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vagheshwar 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 Vagheshwar
Where is Vagheshwar located?
Vagheshwar village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vagheshwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Vagheshwar is Ubhadanda.
What is the pincode of Vagheshwar?
The pincode of Vagheshwar is 416516.
What is the population of Vagheshwar?
Vagheshwar had a total population of 633, including 329 males and 304 females.
How many households are there in Vagheshwar?
Vagheshwar had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vagheshwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vagheshwar was 91.44%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 91.79%.