Watetekar - Sakoli, Bhandara
Watetekar is a village situated in the Sakoli tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakoli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Sasara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watetekar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watetekar is 537149. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.58 hectares and falls under the 441802 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Watetekar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Watetekar
As per Census 2011, Watetekar village has a total population of 78 people, consisting of 38 males and 40 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 14 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watetekar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 5 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Watetekar
Watetekar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pardi | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Khandala | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Miregaon | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Sakara | East | 1.86 km |
| Sivanibandh | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Bonde | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Katangdhara | South | 3.20 km |
| Sonmala | South-West | 3.90 km |
| Kitadi | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Sawarbandh | North-East | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watetekar
Watetekar 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 Gond Umri, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Watetekar is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watetekar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watetekar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Watetekar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watetekar 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 Watetekar
Where is Watetekar located?
Watetekar village is located in Sakoli Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watetekar?
The Gram Panchayat of Watetekar is Sasara.
What is the pincode of Watetekar?
The pincode of Watetekar is 441802.
What is the population of Watetekar?
Watetekar has a total population of 78, including 38 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Watetekar?
There are 23 households in Watetekar.
What is the literacy rate in Watetekar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watetekar is 82.05%. Male literacy is 86.84% and female literacy is 77.50%.