Wadhona - Bhokardan, Jalna
Wadhona is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Wadhona village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadhona is 547263. The village covers a total geographical area of 1124 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Buldana is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Wadhona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadhona
As per Census 2011, Wadhona village has a total population of 1,941 people, consisting of 989 males and 952 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 277 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,073 literate and 868 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 962 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadhona are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,941 | 989 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 152 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 26 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 962 | 487 | 475 |
| Literate Population | 1,073 | 657 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 868 | 332 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Wadhona
Wadhona is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wadhona
Wadhona is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Wadhona.
| 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 Buldana to Wadhona is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Wadhona is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadhona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadhona 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 Wadhona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadhona village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Wadhona
Where is Wadhona located?
Wadhona village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadhona?
Wadhona is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadhona?
The pincode of Wadhona is 431114.
What is the population of Wadhona?
Wadhona has a total population of 1,941, including 989 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Wadhona?
There are 410 households in Wadhona.
What is the literacy rate in Wadhona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadhona is 55.28%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 43.70%.