Watonda - Bhatkuli, Amravati
Watonda is a village situated in the Bhatkuli tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from Amravati, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Wantoda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watonda is 532745. The village covers a total geographical area of 272 hectares and falls under the 444802 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Watonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Teosa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amravati Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watonda
As per Census 2011, Watonda village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 256 males and 254 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 390 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watonda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 256 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 19 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 49 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 390 | 218 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 38 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Watonda
Watonda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Umartek | North-East | 1.41 km |
| Anchalwadi | South | 1.56 km |
| Himantpur | East | 1.59 km |
| Tonglabad | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Nirul Gangamai | South | 2.62 km |
| Makrandabad | East | 2.92 km |
| Sawalapur | West | 3.05 km |
| Marki | East | 3.27 km |
| Yelki | North-West | 3.40 km |
| Khanapur | North-West | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watonda
Watonda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Shirala, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.2 km.
| 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 Achalpur to Watonda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Watonda is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watonda 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 Watonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watonda 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 Watonda
Where is Watonda located?
Watonda village is located in Bhatkuli Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watonda?
The Gram Panchayat of Watonda is Wantoda.
What is the pincode of Watonda?
The pincode of Watonda is 444802.
What is the population of Watonda?
Watonda has a total population of 510, including 256 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Watonda?
There are 126 households in Watonda.
What is the literacy rate in Watonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watonda is 76.47%. Male literacy is 85.16% and female literacy is 67.72%.