Wandurg - Shahpur, Yadgir
Wandurg is a village situated in the Shahpur taluka of Yadgir district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Yadgir. Vanadurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wandurg village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wandurg is 621101. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.94 hectares and falls under the 585309 pincode. Bhimarayanagundi is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Wandurg village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raichur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wandurg
As per Census 2011, Wandurg village has a total population of 4,849 people, consisting of 2,462 males and 2,387 females. The village has 841 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 823 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,086 literate and 2,763 illiterate residents. Additionally, 479 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,503 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wandurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,849 | 2,462 | 2,387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 823 | 430 | 393 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 479 | 260 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,503 | 1,216 | 1,287 |
| Literate Population | 2,086 | 1,238 | 848 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,763 | 1,224 | 1,539 |
Nearby Villages of Wandurg
Wandurg 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 Wandurg
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Wandurg. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Wandurg.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimarayanagundi to Wandurg is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yadgir to Wandurg is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wandurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wandurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wandurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wandurg village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wandurg
Where is Wandurg located?
Wandurg village is located in Shahpur Taluka, Yadgir district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wandurg?
The Gram Panchayat of Wandurg is Vanadurg.
What is the pincode of Wandurg?
The pincode of Wandurg is 585309.
What is the population of Wandurg?
Wandurg has a total population of 4,849, including 2,462 males and 2,387 females.
How many households are there in Wandurg?
There are 841 households in Wandurg.
What is the literacy rate in Wandurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wandurg is 43.02%. Male literacy is 50.28% and female literacy is 35.53%.