Waghal - Darwha, Yavatmal
Waghal is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Bori Bk serves as the Village Panchayat for Waghal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waghal is 542573. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Waghal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waghal
According to the 2011 Census, Waghal village had a total population of 187 people, including 102 males and 85 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.98%, with male literacy at 96.81% and female literacy at 88.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 159 | 91 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Waghal
Waghal 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 Waghal
Waghal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Waghal is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Waghal is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waghal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waghal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Waghal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waghal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Waghal
Where is Waghal located?
Waghal village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waghal?
The Village Panchayat of Waghal is Bori Bk.
What is the pincode of Waghal?
The pincode of Waghal is 445202.
What is the population of Waghal?
Waghal had a total population of 187, including 102 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Waghal?
Waghal had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waghal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghal was 92.98%. Male literacy was 96.81% and female literacy was 88.31%.