Vaknath - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Vaknath is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Waknath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaknath village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaknath is 533334. The village covers a total geographical area of 870 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Vaknath village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaknath
As per Census 2011, Vaknath village has a total population of 1,205 people, consisting of 610 males and 595 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 284 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 180 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaknath are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,205 | 610 | 595 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 65 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 87 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 87 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 499 | 422 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 111 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Vaknath
Vaknath 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Giroli | North-East | 1.70 km |
| Borgaon Dhande | South | 2.06 km |
| Vitala | East | 2.76 km |
| Eklaspur | East | 3.27 km |
| Rangnathpur | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Isapur | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Apti | South | 3.73 km |
| Chincholi | North-East | 3.81 km |
| Zadgaon | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Kharda | West | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaknath
Vaknath is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pulgaon Jn, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Vaknath is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Vaknath is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaknath
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaknath village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Vaknath
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaknath village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vaknath
Where is Vaknath located?
Vaknath village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaknath?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaknath is Waknath.
What is the pincode of Vaknath?
The pincode of Vaknath is 444709.
What is the population of Vaknath?
Vaknath has a total population of 1,205, including 610 males and 595 females.
How many households are there in Vaknath?
There are 276 households in Vaknath.
What is the literacy rate in Vaknath?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaknath is 76.43%. Male literacy is 81.80% and female literacy is 70.92%.