Waghoda - Karanja, Wardha
Waghoda is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Palora serves as the Village Panchayat for Waghoda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghoda is 533576. The village covers a total geographical area of 598.9 hectares and falls under the 442203 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Waghoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghoda
According to the 2011 Census, Waghoda village had a total population of 951 people, including 475 males and 476 females, living in 239 households. The sex ratio was 1,002 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.39%, with male literacy at 90.74% and female literacy at 75.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 951 | 475 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 32 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 402 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 73 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Waghoda
Waghoda 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 Waghoda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Waghoda.
| 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 Arvi to Waghoda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Waghoda 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 Waghoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Waghoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghoda 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 Waghoda
Where is Waghoda located?
Waghoda village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waghoda?
The Village Panchayat of Waghoda is Palora.
What is the pincode of Waghoda?
The pincode of Waghoda is 442203.
What is the population of Waghoda?
Waghoda had a total population of 951, including 475 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Waghoda?
Waghoda had 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghoda was 83.39%. Male literacy was 90.74% and female literacy was 75.92%.