Waghal
Waghal is a village located in Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Darwha (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Bori Bk is the gram panchayat of Waghal village.
Waghal has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal 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 Waghal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghal is 542573. The village spans a total geographical area of 295 hectares. Darwha is nearest town to Waghal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waghal 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Waghal
Population of Waghal
Below is a concise population overview of Waghal 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 | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 159 | 91 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghal village:
- The total population of Waghal village is around 187, including approximately 102 males and 85 females, with a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Waghal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waghal village has 32 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Waghal village is about 85.03%, with male literacy at 89.22% and female literacy at 80.00%.
- There are around 49 households in Waghal village.
Connectivity of Waghal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghal. As per the 2011 stats, Waghal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waghal
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghal
- Where is Waghal located?
- Waghal village is situated in Darwha Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Waghal is Bori Bk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Waghal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghal is 187, with 102 males and 85 females.
- How many households are there in Waghal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghal village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghal is 85.03%. The male literacy rate is 89.22%, while the female literacy rate is 80.00%.