Wadi Lasura - Ambad, Jalna
Wadi Lasura is a village situated in the Ambad tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambad and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Wadilasura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadi Lasura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadi Lasura is 547822. The village covers a total geographical area of 411.96 hectares and falls under the 431204 pincode. Ambad is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Wadi Lasura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghansawangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Parbhani Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadi Lasura
As per Census 2011, Wadi Lasura village has a total population of 1,028 people, consisting of 526 males and 502 females. The village has 206 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 597 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 133 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadi Lasura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,028 | 526 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 83 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 133 | 62 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | - | 4 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 349 | 248 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 177 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Wadi Lasura
Wadi Lasura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koli Sirasgaon | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Lasura | North-West | 3.07 km |
| Chinchkhed | North | 3.46 km |
| Sonak Pimpalgaon | East | 5.06 km |
| Rahuwadi (sant Sevalalnagar) | North-East | 5.11 km |
| Baraswada | South-East | 5.25 km |
| Dungaon | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Domegaon | West | 5.72 km |
| Dodadgaon | South | 5.89 km |
| Zodegaon | North-West | 6.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadi Lasura
Wadi Lasura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sarwari, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.6 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambad to Wadi Lasura is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Wadi Lasura is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadi Lasura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadi Lasura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadi Lasura
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 Lasura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wadi Lasura
Where is Wadi Lasura located?
Wadi Lasura village is located in Ambad Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadi Lasura?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadi Lasura is Wadilasura.
What is the pincode of Wadi Lasura?
The pincode of Wadi Lasura is 431204.
What is the population of Wadi Lasura?
Wadi Lasura has a total population of 1,028, including 526 males and 502 females.
How many households are there in Wadi Lasura?
There are 206 households in Wadi Lasura.
What is the literacy rate in Wadi Lasura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadi Lasura is 58.07%. Male literacy is 66.35% and female literacy is 49.40%.