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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Waghal village has a total population of 187 people, consisting of 102 males and 85 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 159 literate and 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Waghal are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 gram panchayat of Waghal?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 187, including 102 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Waghal?
There are 49 households in Waghal.
What is the literacy rate in Waghal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waghal is 85.03%. Male literacy is 89.22% and female literacy is 80.00%.