Walkyachiwadi - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Walkyachiwadi is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Dudhad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walkyachiwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walkyachiwadi is 544432. The village covers a total geographical area of 684.83 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Walkyachiwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walkyachiwadi
As per Census 2011, Walkyachiwadi village has a total population of 3,386 people, consisting of 1,728 males and 1,658 females. The village has 634 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 491 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,605 literate and 1,781 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,148 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walkyachiwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,386 | 1,728 | 1,658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 242 | 249 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,148 | 1,598 | 1,550 |
| Literate Population | 1,605 | 910 | 695 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,781 | 818 | 963 |
Nearby Villages of Walkyachiwadi
Walkyachiwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhad | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Karanji | North-West | 2.81 km |
| Sarsam (bk) | North | 3.54 km |
| Pawana Tanda | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Pawana | East | 4.59 km |
| Sonari | West | 4.67 km |
| Andhegaon | North-East | 5.01 km |
| Bhondni Borgoan | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Tembhi | North-East | 6.53 km |
| Kiramgaon | North-West | 6.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walkyachiwadi
Walkyachiwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Julgaon Deccan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hadgoan to Walkyachiwadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Walkyachiwadi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walkyachiwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walkyachiwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Walkyachiwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walkyachiwadi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Walkyachiwadi
Where is Walkyachiwadi located?
Walkyachiwadi village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walkyachiwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Walkyachiwadi is Dudhad.
What is the pincode of Walkyachiwadi?
The pincode of Walkyachiwadi is 431802.
What is the population of Walkyachiwadi?
Walkyachiwadi has a total population of 3,386, including 1,728 males and 1,658 females.
How many households are there in Walkyachiwadi?
There are 634 households in Walkyachiwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Walkyachiwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walkyachiwadi is 47.40%. Male literacy is 52.66% and female literacy is 41.92%.