Wanjul Shet - Akole, Ahilyanagar
Wanjul Shet is a village situated in the Akole tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from Akola and around 150 km from Ahmadnagar. Wanjulshet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wanjul Shet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wanjul Shet is 557185. The village covers a total geographical area of 501.37 hectares and falls under the 422601 pincode. Sangamner is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Wanjul Shet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akole Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirdi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wanjul Shet
As per Census 2011, Wanjul Shet village has a total population of 897 people, consisting of 452 males and 445 females. The village has 198 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 612 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 685 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wanjul Shet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 897 | 452 | 445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 685 | 349 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 612 | 355 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 97 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Wanjul Shet
Wanjul Shet is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wanjul Shet
Public transport in the Wanjul Shet is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sangamner to Wanjul Shet is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahmadnagar to Wanjul Shet is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wanjul Shet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wanjul Shet 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 Wanjul Shet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wanjul Shet 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 Wanjul Shet
Where is Wanjul Shet located?
Wanjul Shet village is located in Akole Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wanjul Shet?
The Gram Panchayat of Wanjul Shet is Wanjulshet.
What is the pincode of Wanjul Shet?
The pincode of Wanjul Shet is 422601.
What is the population of Wanjul Shet?
Wanjul Shet has a total population of 897, including 452 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Wanjul Shet?
There are 198 households in Wanjul Shet.
What is the literacy rate in Wanjul Shet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanjul Shet is 68.23%. Male literacy is 78.54% and female literacy is 57.75%.