Watkali
Watkali is a village located in Sengaon tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Sengaon (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Watkali village is also a gram panchayat.
Watkali has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli 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 Watkali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Watkali is 545774. The village spans a total geographical area of 1391 hectares. Risod is nearest town to Watkali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
As per 2019 stats, Watkali village comes under Hingoli assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Watkali
Population of Watkali
Below is a concise population overview of Watkali 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 | 2,408 | 1,241 | 1,167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 390 | 204 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 212 | 176 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 308 | 166 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 1,547 | 903 | 644 |
| Illiterate Population | 861 | 338 | 523 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Watkali village:
- The total population of Watkali village is around 2,408, including approximately 1,241 males and 1,167 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 390 children aged 0–6 years in Watkali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Watkali village has 388 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 308 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Watkali village is about 64.24%, with male literacy at 72.76% and female literacy at 55.18%.
- There are around 446 households in Watkali village.
Connectivity of Watkali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Watkali. As per the 2011 stats, Watkali 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 Watkali
Knowing the nearby villages of Watkali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Watkali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watkali
- Where is Watkali located?
- Watkali village is situated in Sengaon Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Watkali?
- Watkali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Watkali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watkali is 2,408, with 1,241 males and 1,167 females.
- How many households are there in Watkali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Watkali village has a total of 446 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Watkali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watkali is 64.24%. The male literacy rate is 72.76%, while the female literacy rate is 55.18%.