Wadi - Pachora, Jalgaon
Wadi is a village situated in the Pachora tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachora and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Wadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadi is 527962. The village covers a total geographical area of 453 hectares and falls under the 424201 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Wadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadi
As per Census 2011, Wadi village has a total population of 1,470 people, consisting of 764 males and 706 females. The village has 353 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,027 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 89 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,470 | 764 | 706 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 103 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 1,027 | 573 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 191 | 252 |
Nearby Villages of Wadi
Wadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rajuri Bk. | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Shewale | West | 2.45 km |
| Rajuri Kh. | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Nimbhori Bk. | North | 2.89 km |
| Jawakhedi Digar | East | 3.44 km |
| Shindad | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Nimbhori Kh. | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Wanegaon | North | 4.14 km |
| Bhoje | North-East | 4.16 km |
| Lasure | North | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadi
Wadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pachora Jn, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Wadi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Wadi 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 Wadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wadi
Where is Wadi located?
Wadi village is located in Pachora Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadi?
Wadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadi?
The pincode of Wadi is 424201.
What is the population of Wadi?
Wadi has a total population of 1,470, including 764 males and 706 females.
How many households are there in Wadi?
There are 353 households in Wadi.
What is the literacy rate in Wadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadi is 69.86%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 64.31%.