Walanki - Mukhed, Nanded
Walanki is a village situated in the Mukhed tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mukhed and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Walanki village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walanki is 545571. The village covers a total geographical area of 556 hectares and falls under the 431719 pincode. Deglur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Walanki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mukhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walanki
According to the 2011 Census, Walanki village had a total population of 1,304 people, including 659 males and 645 females, living in 286 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.40%, with male literacy at 82.47% and female literacy at 63.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,304 | 659 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 60 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 137 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 494 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 165 | 281 |
Nearby Villages of Walanki
Walanki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamni | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Dornali | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Tagyal | North-West | 2.29 km |
| Mukramabad | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Wadgaon | North | 3.01 km |
| Paratpur | South | 3.50 km |
| Ravi | South | 3.82 km |
| Bhaswadi | East | 3.88 km |
| Kalambar | West | 4.34 km |
| Nagral | South-West | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walanki
Public transport in the Walanki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Udgir, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 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 Deglur to Walanki is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Walanki is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walanki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walanki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Walanki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walanki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Walanki
Where is Walanki located?
Walanki village is located in Mukhed Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Walanki?
Walanki is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walanki?
The pincode of Walanki is 431719.
What is the population of Walanki?
Walanki had a total population of 1,304, including 659 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Walanki?
Walanki had 286 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walanki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walanki was 73.40%. Male literacy was 82.47% and female literacy was 63.86%.