Wajhar - Niwali, Barwani
Wajhar is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Vajhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wajhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wajhar is 478507. The village covers a total geographical area of 834.31 hectares and falls under the 451447 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Wajhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pansemal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wajhar
As per Census 2011, Wajhar village has a total population of 3,763 people, consisting of 1,921 males and 1,842 females. The village has 577 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 749 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,168 literate and 2,595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,241 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wajhar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Wajhar
Wajhar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Mansur | South | 2.25 km |
| Guljwari | North-East | 2.45 km |
| Jhakar | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Mohalla | South-East | 4.14 km |
| Niwalikhurd | South | 4.89 km |
| Gumadya Buzurg | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Niwali Buzurg | South | 5.75 km |
| Pichhodi | South-East | 6.30 km |
| Talabvan | South | 6.81 km |
| Naktimata | North-West | 7.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wajhar
Wajhar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Vikhran Road, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sendhwa to Wajhar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Wajhar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wajhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wajhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wajhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wajhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wajhar
Where is Wajhar located?
Wajhar village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wajhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Wajhar is Vajhar.
What is the pincode of Wajhar?
The pincode of Wajhar is 451447.
What is the population of Wajhar?
Wajhar has a total population of 3,763, including 1,921 males and 1,842 females.
How many households are there in Wajhar?
There are 577 households in Wajhar.
What is the literacy rate in Wajhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wajhar is 31.04%. Male literacy is 35.61% and female literacy is 26.28%.