Wadfali - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Wadfali is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 57 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Wadvfali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadfali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadfali is 525024. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.46 hectares and falls under the 425413 pincode. Rajpipala (guj) is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Wadfali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadfali
According to the 2011 Census, Wadfali village had a total population of 1,764 people, including 930 males and 834 females, living in 257 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.64%, with male literacy at 77.22% and female literacy at 61.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,750.
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 | 1,764 | 930 | 834 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 131 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,750 | 922 | 828 |
| Literate Population | 1,062 | 617 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 702 | 313 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Wadfali
Wadfali is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wadfali
Wadfali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajpipala (guj) to Wadfali is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Wadfali is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadfali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadfali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadfali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadfali 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 Wadfali
Where is Wadfali located?
Wadfali village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadfali?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadfali is Wadvfali.
What is the pincode of Wadfali?
The pincode of Wadfali is 425413.
What is the population of Wadfali?
Wadfali had a total population of 1,764, including 930 males and 834 females.
How many households are there in Wadfali?
Wadfali had 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadfali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadfali was 69.64%. Male literacy was 77.22% and female literacy was 61.29%.