Wadalaa - Barshitakli, Akola
Wadalaa is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Januna serves as the Village Panchayat for Wadalaa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadalaa is 530492. The village covers a total geographical area of 416 hectares and falls under the 444405 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Wadalaa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadalaa
According to the 2011 Census, Wadalaa village had a total population of 250 people, including 133 males and 117 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.27%, with male literacy at 69.57% and female literacy at 54.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 250.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 18 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 250 | 133 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 80 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 53 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Wadalaa
Wadalaa 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 Wadalaa
Wadalaa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Akola to Wadalaa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadalaa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadalaa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wadalaa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadalaa 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 Wadalaa
Where is Wadalaa located?
Wadalaa village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wadalaa?
The Village Panchayat of Wadalaa is Januna.
What is the pincode of Wadalaa?
The pincode of Wadalaa is 444405.
What is the population of Wadalaa?
Wadalaa had a total population of 250, including 133 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Wadalaa?
Wadalaa had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadalaa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadalaa was 62.27%. Male literacy was 69.57% and female literacy was 54.29%.