Wadhawana Bk. - Udgir, Latur
Wadhawana Bk. is a village situated in the Udgir tehsil of Latur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Udgir and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Latur. Wadhona (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadhawana Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadhawana Bk. is 560965. The village covers a total geographical area of 1962 hectares and falls under the 413518 pincode. Udgir is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Wadhawana Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadhawana Bk.
As per Census 2011, Wadhawana Bk. village has a total population of 8,643 people, consisting of 4,438 males and 4,205 females. The village has 1,631 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,345 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,624 literate and 3,019 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,464 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 51 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadhawana Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,643 | 4,438 | 4,205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,345 | 695 | 650 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,464 | 764 | 700 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 5,624 | 3,165 | 2,459 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,019 | 1,273 | 1,746 |
Nearby Villages of Wadhawana Bk.
Wadhawana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Belsangvi | North | 2.81 km |
| Kherda Kh. | South | 2.85 km |
| Dangewadi | North-East | 3.02 km |
| Hipparga (davul) | South-East | 3.45 km |
| Wadhawana Kh. | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Ekurka Road | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Lali Kh. | North-East | 4.27 km |
| Umarga Manna | South-West | 4.61 km |
| Gudsur | East | 4.69 km |
| Sukani | West | 4.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadhawana Bk.
Wadhawana Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kumtha Khurd, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.7 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 Udgir to Wadhawana Bk. is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Latur to Wadhawana Bk. is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadhawana Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadhawana Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadhawana 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 Wadhawana Bk. 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 Wadhawana Bk.
Where is Wadhawana Bk. located?
Wadhawana Bk. village is located in Udgir Tehsil, Latur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadhawana Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadhawana Bk. is Wadhona (bk).
What is the pincode of Wadhawana Bk.?
The pincode of Wadhawana Bk. is 413518.
What is the population of Wadhawana Bk.?
Wadhawana Bk. has a total population of 8,643, including 4,438 males and 4,205 females.
How many households are there in Wadhawana Bk.?
There are 1,631 households in Wadhawana Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Wadhawana Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadhawana Bk. is 65.07%. Male literacy is 71.32% and female literacy is 58.48%.