Wadkuli - Gondpipri, Chandrapur
Wadkuli is a village situated in the Gondpipri tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gondpipri and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Wadkuli village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadkuli is 541860. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.46 hectares and falls under the 442702 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Wadkuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadkuli
According to the 2011 Census, Wadkuli village had a total population of 1,096 people, including 547 males and 549 females, living in 271 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.83%, with male literacy at 80.57% and female literacy at 55.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 311.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,096 | 547 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 311 | 154 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 394 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 153 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Wadkuli
Wadkuli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wadkuli
Public transport in the Wadkuli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballarpur to Wadkuli is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Wadkuli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadkuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadkuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadkuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadkuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadkuli
Where is Wadkuli located?
Wadkuli village is located in Gondpipri Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wadkuli?
Wadkuli is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadkuli?
The pincode of Wadkuli is 442702.
What is the population of Wadkuli?
Wadkuli had a total population of 1,096, including 547 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Wadkuli?
Wadkuli had 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadkuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadkuli was 67.83%. Male literacy was 80.57% and female literacy was 55.03%.