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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Waghoda village has a total population of 951 people, consisting of 475 males and 476 females. The village has 239 households and a sex ratio of 1,002 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waghoda are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Waghoda?
The Gram Panchayat of Waghoda is Palora.
What is the pincode of Waghoda?
The pincode of Waghoda is 442203.
What is the population of Waghoda?
Waghoda has a total population of 951, including 475 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Waghoda?
There are 239 households in Waghoda.
What is the literacy rate in Waghoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghoda is 77.08%. Male literacy is 84.63% and female literacy is 69.54%.