Warud - Kalamnuri, Hingoli
Warud is a village situated in the Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamnuri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Warud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Warud is 546265. The village covers a total geographical area of 753 hectares and falls under the 431701 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Warud village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Warud
As per Census 2011, Warud village has a total population of 2,770 people, consisting of 1,439 males and 1,331 females. The village has 558 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 371 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,844 literate and 926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 998 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Warud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,770 | 1,439 | 1,331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 371 | 181 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 164 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 998 | 504 | 494 |
| Literate Population | 1,844 | 1,093 | 751 |
| Illiterate Population | 926 | 346 | 580 |
Nearby Villages of Warud
Warud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Choramba (nanded) | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Zunzunwadi | North-East | 2.59 km |
| Dongarkada | West | 2.82 km |
| Bhategaon | North | 2.93 km |
| Hiwara Tarf Jawala | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Nimgaon | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Mahalingi | North-East | 4.40 km |
| Sukliveer | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Pardi Makta | South | 5.27 km |
| Sonala | South-East | 5.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Warud
Warud is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pathrad, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.7 km.
| 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 Nanded to Warud is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Warud is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Warud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Warud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Warud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Warud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Warud
Where is Warud located?
Warud village is located in Kalamnuri Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Warud?
Warud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Warud?
The pincode of Warud is 431701.
What is the population of Warud?
Warud has a total population of 2,770, including 1,439 males and 1,331 females.
How many households are there in Warud?
There are 558 households in Warud.
What is the literacy rate in Warud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Warud is 66.57%. Male literacy is 75.96% and female literacy is 56.42%.