Wani - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Wani is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Vani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wani is 477036. The village covers a total geographical area of 696.3 hectares and falls under the 451220 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Wani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wani
As per Census 2011, Wani village has a total population of 1,564 people, consisting of 785 males and 779 females. The village has 357 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 246 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 822 literate and 742 illiterate residents. Additionally, 372 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 28 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,564 | 785 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 246 | 120 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 372 | 182 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 822 | 516 | 306 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 269 | 473 |
Nearby Villages of Wani
Wani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gawlapura | South-East | 1.78 km |
| Nagjhri | West | 2.17 km |
| Nimtoka | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Bhikhar Khedi | East | 2.75 km |
| Nimsar | North | 3.07 km |
| Gagantalab | South | 3.10 km |
| Padlya Khurd | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Mohanya | North | 4.23 km |
| Borbawadiya | South-West | 4.26 km |
| Ghatya Baidi | North | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wani
Wani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Mukhtiar Balwar, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Wani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Wani is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wani 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wani
Where is Wani located?
Wani village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wani?
The Gram Panchayat of Wani is Vani.
What is the pincode of Wani?
The pincode of Wani is 451220.
What is the population of Wani?
Wani has a total population of 1,564, including 785 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Wani?
There are 357 households in Wani.
What is the literacy rate in Wani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wani is 52.56%. Male literacy is 65.73% and female literacy is 39.28%.