Wadi Bk. - Bhokardan, Jalna
Wadi Bk. is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Wadi Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadi Bk. is 547331. The village covers a total geographical area of 705.06 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Wadi Bk. 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 Wadi Bk.
As per Census 2011, Wadi Bk. village has a total population of 1,645 people, consisting of 850 males and 795 females. The village has 359 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 234 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 996 literate and 649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadi Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,645 | 850 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 127 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 229 | 118 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 996 | 604 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 246 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Wadi Bk.
Wadi Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadi Kh | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Malkapur | South-East | 1.99 km |
| Pralhadpur | South | 2.29 km |
| Gokul | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Bhivpur | West | 2.89 km |
| Manapur | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Dagadwadi | East | 3.73 km |
| Subhanpur | South-West | 4.01 km |
| Perjapur | South-West | 4.07 km |
| Alapur | South | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadi Bk.
Public transport in the Wadi Bk. is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhokardan to Wadi Bk. is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Wadi Bk. 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 Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadi Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadi Bk.
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 Bk. 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Wadi Bk.
Where is Wadi Bk. located?
Wadi Bk. village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadi Bk.?
Wadi Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadi Bk.?
The pincode of Wadi Bk. is 431114.
What is the population of Wadi Bk.?
Wadi Bk. has a total population of 1,645, including 850 males and 795 females.
How many households are there in Wadi Bk.?
There are 359 households in Wadi Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Wadi Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadi Bk. is 60.55%. Male literacy is 71.06% and female literacy is 49.31%.