Wasawi - Niwali, Barwani
Wasawi is a village situated in the Niwali tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niwali and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Vasvi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wasawi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wasawi is 478536. The village covers a total geographical area of 564.63 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Wasawi 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 Wasawi
As per Census 2011, Wasawi village has a total population of 2,336 people, consisting of 1,178 males and 1,158 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 475 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 803 literate and 1,533 illiterate residents. Additionally, 128 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,186 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wasawi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,336 | 1,178 | 1,158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 475 | 274 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 52 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,186 | 1,119 | 1,067 |
| Literate Population | 803 | 439 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,533 | 739 | 794 |
Nearby Villages of Wasawi
Wasawi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Borli | South | 1.87 km |
| Sekatmuhali | North | 1.91 km |
| Pisnawal | North | 3.48 km |
| Jogwada | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Kukdiya | South | 4.10 km |
| Diwani | West | 4.40 km |
| Merkhedi | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Semalya | East | 5.12 km |
| Khedi | South-West | 5.32 km |
| Chatli | South | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wasawi
Wasawi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Wasawi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Wasawi is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wasawi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wasawi 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 Wasawi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wasawi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wasawi
Where is Wasawi located?
Wasawi village is located in Niwali Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wasawi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wasawi is Vasvi.
What is the pincode of Wasawi?
The pincode of Wasawi is 451666.
What is the population of Wasawi?
Wasawi has a total population of 2,336, including 1,178 males and 1,158 females.
How many households are there in Wasawi?
There are 373 households in Wasawi.
What is the literacy rate in Wasawi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wasawi is 34.38%. Male literacy is 37.27% and female literacy is 31.43%.