Wandhara
Wandhara is a village located in Deori tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Deori (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Wandhara village is also a gram panchayat.
Wandhara has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya 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 Wandhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wandhara is 538432. The village spans a total geographical area of 291.6 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Wandhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 84km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wandhara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Amgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wandhara
Population of Wandhara
Below is a concise population overview of Wandhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 686 | 352 | 334 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 29 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 264 | 140 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 284 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 68 | 146 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wandhara village:
- The total population of Wandhara village is around 686, including approximately 352 males and 334 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 65 children aged 0–6 years in Wandhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wandhara village has 7 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 264 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wandhara village is about 68.80%, with male literacy at 80.68% and female literacy at 56.29%.
- There are around 148 households in Wandhara village.
Connectivity of Wandhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wandhara. As per the 2011 stats, Wandhara 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wandhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Wandhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wandhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wandhara
- Where is Wandhara located?
- Wandhara village is situated in Deori Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wandhara?
- Wandhara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wandhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wandhara is 686, with 352 males and 334 females.
- How many households are there in Wandhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wandhara village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wandhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wandhara is 68.80%. The male literacy rate is 80.68%, while the female literacy rate is 56.29%.