Waghgaon - Murbad, Thane
Waghgaon is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Pendhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Waghgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghgaon is 553236. The village covers a total geographical area of 456 hectares and falls under the 421401 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Waghgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghgaon
As per Census 2011, Waghgaon village has a total population of 639 people, consisting of 340 males and 299 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 372 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 634 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waghgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 639 | 340 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 634 | 337 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 372 | 245 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 95 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Waghgaon
Waghgaon 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 Waghgaon
Public transport in the Waghgaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kalyan to Waghgaon is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Waghgaon is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waghgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghgaon 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Waghgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghgaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Waghgaon
Where is Waghgaon located?
Waghgaon village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waghgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Waghgaon is Pendhari.
What is the pincode of Waghgaon?
The pincode of Waghgaon is 421401.
What is the population of Waghgaon?
Waghgaon has a total population of 639, including 340 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Waghgaon?
There are 134 households in Waghgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Waghgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghgaon is 58.22%. Male literacy is 72.06% and female literacy is 42.47%.