Walti - Chikhli, Buldhana
Walti is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Chikhli and around 28 km from Buldana. Walti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walti is 529163. The village covers a total geographical area of 618 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Walti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walti
As per Census 2011, Walti village has a total population of 1,970 people, consisting of 1,026 males and 944 females. The village has 422 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,468 literate and 502 illiterate residents. Additionally, 303 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,970 | 1,026 | 944 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 138 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 303 | 152 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 1,468 | 828 | 640 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 198 | 304 |
Nearby Villages of Walti
Walti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shelud | South-East | 2.88 km |
| Girola | North-West | 3.19 km |
| Malgani | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Somthana | East | 3.78 km |
| Shindi Harali | South-East | 4.93 km |
| Bramhapuri | North | 4.94 km |
| Diwathana | East | 5.20 km |
| Satgaon Bhusari | West | 5.30 km |
| Sawargaon Dukare | South-West | 5.47 km |
| Beldari | East | 5.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walti
Walti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.8 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Walti is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Walti 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 Walti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walti 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 Walti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walti 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Walti
Where is Walti located?
Walti village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walti?
Walti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walti?
The pincode of Walti is 443201.
What is the population of Walti?
Walti has a total population of 1,970, including 1,026 males and 944 females.
How many households are there in Walti?
There are 422 households in Walti.
What is the literacy rate in Walti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walti is 74.52%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 67.80%.