Wathoda Bk. - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Wathoda Bk. is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Wathoda Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wathoda Bk. is 533274. The village covers a total geographical area of 576.73 hectares and falls under the 444709 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Wathoda Bk. 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 Wathoda Bk.
As per Census 2011, Wathoda Bk. village has a total population of 1,055 people, consisting of 541 males and 514 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 838 literate and 217 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 91 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wathoda Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,055 | 541 | 514 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 111 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 838 | 443 | 395 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 98 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Wathoda Bk.
Wathoda Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jalgaon Mangrul | East | 2.25 km |
| Dabhada | West | 2.73 km |
| Wagholi | South | 2.76 km |
| Amadabad | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Bahirampur | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Kawali | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Vasad | North | 3.66 km |
| Kasarkheda | South | 4.43 km |
| Parsodi | South-West | 4.89 km |
| Hingangaon | South | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wathoda Bk.
Wathoda Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Wathoda Bk. is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Wathoda Bk. is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wathoda Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wathoda Bk. 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 Wathoda Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wathoda Bk. 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 Wathoda Bk.
Where is Wathoda Bk. located?
Wathoda Bk. village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wathoda Bk.?
Wathoda Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wathoda Bk.?
The pincode of Wathoda Bk. is 444709.
What is the population of Wathoda Bk.?
Wathoda Bk. has a total population of 1,055, including 541 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Wathoda Bk.?
There are 259 households in Wathoda Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Wathoda Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wathoda Bk. is 79.43%. Male literacy is 81.89% and female literacy is 76.85%.