Wanihar - Sendhwa, Barwani
Wanihar is a village situated in the Sendhwa tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sendhwa and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Barwani. Banihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wanihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wanihar is 478589. The village covers a total geographical area of 486.07 hectares and falls under the 451666 pincode. Sendhwa is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Wanihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sendhawa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wanihar
As per Census 2011, Wanihar village has a total population of 2,770 people, consisting of 1,418 males and 1,352 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 551 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 930 literate and 1,840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,533 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wanihar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,770 | 1,418 | 1,352 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 551 | 275 | 276 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,533 | 764 | 769 |
| Literate Population | 930 | 561 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,840 | 857 | 983 |
Nearby Villages of Wanihar
Wanihar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakee Urf Goi | North | 1.55 km |
| Borli | South | 1.59 km |
| Mehatgaon | East | 2.79 km |
| Kalalda | North-East | 3.54 km |
| Pipliya Goi | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Madgaon | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Nawalpura | South | 4.04 km |
| Semalya | West | 4.46 km |
| Tighali | East | 4.79 km |
| Ghudchal | South-East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wanihar
Wanihar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sindkheda, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.6 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 Wanihar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Wanihar 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 Wanihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wanihar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wanihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wanihar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wanihar
Where is Wanihar located?
Wanihar village is located in Sendhwa Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wanihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Wanihar is Banihar.
What is the pincode of Wanihar?
The pincode of Wanihar is 451666.
What is the population of Wanihar?
Wanihar has a total population of 2,770, including 1,418 males and 1,352 females.
How many households are there in Wanihar?
There are 500 households in Wanihar.
What is the literacy rate in Wanihar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanihar is 33.57%. Male literacy is 39.56% and female literacy is 27.29%.