Waghnath
Waghnath is a village located in Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Mahagaon (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Waghnath village is also a gram panchayat.
Waghnath 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 Waghnath
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Waghnath is 543136. The village spans a total geographical area of 371.72 hectares. Pusad is nearest town to Waghnath village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Waghnath 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 Umarkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Waghnath
Population of Waghnath
Below is a concise population overview of Waghnath 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 | 656 | 356 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 44 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 75 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 481 | 271 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 85 | 90 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Waghnath village:
- The total population of Waghnath village is around 656, including approximately 356 males and 300 females, with a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Waghnath village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Waghnath village has 136 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Waghnath village is about 73.32%, with male literacy at 76.12% and female literacy at 70.00%.
- There are around 141 households in Waghnath village.
Connectivity of Waghnath
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Waghnath. As per the 2011 stats, Waghnath 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Waghnath
Knowing the nearby villages of Waghnath helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Waghnath.
Frequently Asked Questions about Waghnath
- Where is Waghnath located?
- Waghnath village is situated in Mahagaon Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Waghnath?
- Waghnath serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Waghnath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waghnath is 656, with 356 males and 300 females.
- How many households are there in Waghnath as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Waghnath village has a total of 141 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Waghnath as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waghnath is 73.32%. The male literacy rate is 76.12%, while the female literacy rate is 70.00%.