Wajhar
Wajhar is a village located in Niwali tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Niwali (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Barwani. As per 2009 stats, Vajhar is the gram panchayat of Wajhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Wajhar unique in its vibrant Niwali-Barwani region. You’ll see Wajhar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Wajhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wajhar is 478507. The village spans a total geographical area of 834.31 hectares. Sendhwa is nearest town to Wajhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wajhar 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 Pansemal Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wajhar
Population of Wajhar
According to the 2011 Census, Wajhar has a total population of about 3,763, with approximately 1,921 males and 1,842 females. The sex ratio is around 958 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 749 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 160 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,241. The overall literacy rate is approximately 31.04%, with male literacy at about 35.61% and female literacy near 26.28%. There are around 577 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wajhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,763 | 1,921 | 1,842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 749 | 395 | 354 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 81 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,241 | 1,647 | 1,594 |
| Literate Population | 1,168 | 684 | 484 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,595 | 1,237 | 1,358 |
Connectivity of Wajhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wajhar. As per the 2011 stats, Wajhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Wajhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Wajhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wajhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wajhar
- Where is Wajhar located?
- Wajhar village is situated in Niwali Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wajhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wajhar is Vajhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Wajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wajhar is 3,763, with 1,921 males and 1,842 females.
- How many households are there in Wajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wajhar village has a total of 577 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wajhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wajhar is 31.04%. The male literacy rate is 35.61%, while the female literacy rate is 26.28%.