Wadhav
Wadhav is a village located in Lonar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lonar (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Wadhav village is also a gram panchayat.
Wadhav has its own place in the vibrant Buldana region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Wadhav
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadhav is 529582. The village spans a total geographical area of 1557.84 hectares. Lonar is nearest town to Wadhav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wadhav village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wadhav
Population of Wadhav
Below is a concise population overview of Wadhav as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,928 | 1,526 | 1,402 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 191 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 778 | 408 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,947 | 1,153 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 373 | 608 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wadhav village:
- The total population of Wadhav village is around 2,928, including approximately 1,526 males and 1,402 females, with a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Wadhav village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wadhav village has 778 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Wadhav village is about 66.50%, with male literacy at 75.56% and female literacy at 56.63%.
- There are around 689 households in Wadhav village.
Connectivity of Wadhav
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadhav. As per the 2011 stats, Wadhav had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wadhav
Knowing the nearby villages of Wadhav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadhav.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wadhav
- Where is Wadhav located?
- Wadhav village is situated in Lonar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wadhav?
- Wadhav serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wadhav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadhav is 2,928, with 1,526 males and 1,402 females.
- How many households are there in Wadhav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wadhav village has a total of 689 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wadhav as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadhav is 66.50%. The male literacy rate is 75.56%, while the female literacy rate is 56.63%.