Watphali
Watphali is a village located in Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 90km away from sub-district headquarter Himayatnagar (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Watphali village is also a gram panchayat.
Watphali has its own place in the vibrant Nanded region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Watphali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Watphali is 544437. The village spans a total geographical area of 357.25 hectares. Hadgoan is nearest town to Watphali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Watphali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Watphali
Population of Watphali
Below is a concise population overview of Watphali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 980 | 503 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 79 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 116 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 662 | 373 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 318 | 130 | 188 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Watphali village:
- The total population of Watphali village is around 980, including approximately 503 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 156 children aged 0–6 years in Watphali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Watphali village has 225 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 40 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Watphali village is about 67.55%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 60.59%.
- There are around 206 households in Watphali village.
Connectivity of Watphali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Watphali. As per the 2011 stats, Watphali had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Watphali
Knowing the nearby villages of Watphali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Watphali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watphali
- Where is Watphali located?
- Watphali village is situated in Himayatnagar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Watphali?
- Watphali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Watphali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watphali is 980, with 503 males and 477 females.
- How many households are there in Watphali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Watphali village has a total of 206 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Watphali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watphali is 67.55%. The male literacy rate is 74.16%, while the female literacy rate is 60.59%.