Waddam - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Waddam is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 240 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Wadadam serves as the Village Panchayat for Waddam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waddam is 540121. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.74 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Mancherial is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Waddam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Waddam
According to the 2011 Census, Waddam village had a total population of 479 people, including 233 males and 246 females, living in 143 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.87%, with male literacy at 79.41% and female literacy at 68.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 479 | 233 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 29 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 162 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 71 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Waddam
Waddam 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 Waddam
Waddam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mancherial to Waddam is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Waddam is about 240 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waddam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waddam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Waddam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waddam 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 Waddam
Where is Waddam located?
Waddam village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waddam?
The Village Panchayat of Waddam is Wadadam.
What is the pincode of Waddam?
The pincode of Waddam is 442504.
What is the population of Waddam?
Waddam had a total population of 479, including 233 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Waddam?
Waddam had 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waddam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waddam was 73.87%. Male literacy was 79.41% and female literacy was 68.66%.