Wanoja - Korpana, Chandrapur
Wanoja is a village situated in the Korpana tehsil of Chandrapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korpana and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Chandrapur. Wanoja village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wanoja is 541594. The village covers a total geographical area of 763.31 hectares and falls under the 442916 pincode. Rajura is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Wanoja village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wanoja
According to the 2011 Census, Wanoja village had a total population of 745 people, including 375 males and 370 females, living in 179 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.50%, with male literacy at 84.82% and female literacy at 72.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 82.
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 | 745 | 375 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 522 | 285 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 223 | 90 | 133 |
Nearby Villages of Wanoja
Wanoja 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shivnaranda | East | 1.31 km |
| Zoting | West | 1.62 km |
| Antargaon Bk. | East | 3.24 km |
| Naranda | South | 3.31 km |
| Pathri | North-West | 3.68 km |
| Chich Navegaon | South-East | 3.96 km |
| Murti | West | 3.97 km |
| Pipri | South-West | 4.08 km |
| Sangoda | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Chanakha | North | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wanoja
Wanoja is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lingti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 112.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajura to Wanoja is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chandrapur to Wanoja is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wanoja
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wanoja 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 Wanoja
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wanoja village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wanoja
Where is Wanoja located?
Wanoja village is located in Korpana Tehsil, Chandrapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wanoja?
Wanoja is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wanoja?
The pincode of Wanoja is 442916.
What is the population of Wanoja?
Wanoja had a total population of 745, including 375 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Wanoja?
Wanoja had 179 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wanoja?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanoja was 78.50%. Male literacy was 84.82% and female literacy was 72.04%.