Waghala
Waghala is a village located in Seloo tehsil of Wardha district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Seloo (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Wardha. As per 2009 stats, Waghala village is also a gram panchayat.
Waghala has its own place in the vibrant Wardha region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Waghala
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghala is 534028. The village spans a total geographical area of 447.11 hectares. Wardha is nearest town to Waghala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waghala village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hinganghat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Wardha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Waghala
Below is a concise population overview of Waghala as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 682 | 363 | 319 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 127 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 297 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 66 | 76 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghala village:
- The total population of Waghala village is around 682, including approximately 363 males and 319 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Waghala village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waghala village has 114 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 236 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Waghala village is about 79.18%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 76.18%.
- There are around 171 households in Waghala village.
Connectivity of Waghala
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghala. As per the 2011 stats, Waghala 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 Waghala
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghala helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghala.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghala
- Where is Waghala located?
- Waghala village is situated in Seloo Tehsil, within the Wardha district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghala?
- Waghala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Waghala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghala is 682, with 363 males and 319 females.
- How many households are there in Waghala as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghala village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghala as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghala is 79.18%. The male literacy rate is 81.82%, while the female literacy rate is 76.18%.