Wanjarkheda Village Overview
Wanjarkheda is a village in Shirur Anantpal tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It lies about 22 km from Shirur-anantpal tehsil headquarters and around 32 km from Latur district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Wanjarkheda village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Wanjarkheda village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wanjarkheda is 560576. The village covers a geographical area of 439.6 hectares. Latur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Location Map of Wanjarkheda
Population & Demographics of Wanjarkheda
This section provides population and demographic details of Wanjarkheda village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | 623 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 80 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 311 | 155 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 825 | 467 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 397 | 156 | 241 |
Key population details of Wanjarkheda village are given below:
- Wanjarkheda village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,222, including approximately 623 males and 599 females, with a sex ratio of 961 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 311 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Wanjarkheda village is good, with a literacy rate of about 67.51%.
- There are around 225 households in Wanjarkheda village.
Transport & Connectivity of Wanjarkheda
Transport facilities help residents of Wanjarkheda village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Wanjarkheda
The following villages are located close to Wanjarkheda and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wanjarkheda
- Where is Wanjarkheda located?
- Wanjarkheda village is located in Shirur Anantpal Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wanjarkheda?
- Wanjarkheda is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Wanjarkheda?
- Wanjarkheda has a total population of 1,222, including 623 males and 599 females.
- How many households are there in Wanjarkheda?
- There are 225 households in Wanjarkheda.
- What is the literacy rate in Wanjarkheda?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanjarkheda is 67.51%. Male literacy is 74.96% and female literacy is 59.77%.