Wankhi

Wankhi is a village located in Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Armori (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Chamorshi M is the gram panchayat of Wankhi village.

Wankhi has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli 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 Wankhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wankhi is 538528. The village spans a total geographical area of 498.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441208. Desaiganj is nearest town to Wankhi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Wankhi

Below is a concise population overview of Wankhi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 947 491 456
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 95 55 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 137 73 64
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 83 41 42
Literate Population 636 363 273
Illiterate Population 311 128 183

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wankhi village:

  • The total population of Wankhi village is around 947, including approximately 491 males and 456 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Wankhi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wankhi village has 137 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 83 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wankhi village is about 67.16%, with male literacy at 73.93% and female literacy at 59.87%.
  • There are around 233 households in Wankhi village.

Connectivity of Wankhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wankhi. As per the 2011 stats, Wankhi 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wankhi

Knowing the nearby villages of Wankhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wankhi.

Saigaon Shioni Bk Dongargaon Thanegaon Wasala Chamarshi Chamorshi Chak Patanwada Sukala Purana Wairagad Mohazari Alias Sukarbodi

Frequently Asked Questions about Wankhi

Where is Wankhi located?
Wankhi village is situated in Armori Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wankhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wankhi is Chamorshi M (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wankhi?
The pincode of Wankhi is 441208, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wankhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wankhi is 947, with 491 males and 456 females.
How many households are there in Wankhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wankhi village has a total of 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wankhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wankhi is 67.16%. The male literacy rate is 73.93%, while the female literacy rate is 59.87%.