Watphali - Himayatnagar, Nanded
Watphali is a village situated in the Himayatnagar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 90 km from the tehsil headquarters in Himayatnagar and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Watphali village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watphali is 544437. The village covers a total geographical area of 357.25 hectares and falls under the 431802 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Watphali 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 Watphali
According to the 2011 Census, Watphali village had a total population of 980 people, including 503 males and 477 females, living in 206 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.34%, with male literacy at 87.97% and female literacy at 72.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Watphali
Watphali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kandli (kh) | South | 1.47 km |
| Borgaon (tamsa) | North | 1.76 km |
| Khairagaon (ta) | East | 2.50 km |
| Lingapur | North | 3.13 km |
| Ashti | West | 3.45 km |
| Takarala | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Kamarwadi | North-East | 3.56 km |
| Moregaon | South | 3.58 km |
| Pota (bk) | South-East | 4.36 km |
| Kamari | North-East | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watphali
Watphali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parwakhurd Halt, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.7 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 Watphali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Watphali is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watphali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watphali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Watphali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watphali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Watphali
Where is Watphali located?
Watphali village is located in Himayatnagar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Watphali?
Watphali is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watphali?
The pincode of Watphali is 431802.
What is the population of Watphali?
Watphali had a total population of 980, including 503 males and 477 females.
How many households are there in Watphali?
Watphali had 206 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watphali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watphali was 80.34%. Male literacy was 87.97% and female literacy was 72.25%.