Walamba (R) - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Walamba (R) is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 73 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Walamba R serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walamba (R) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walamba (R) is 525081. The village covers a total geographical area of 577.78 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Walamba (R) 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 Walamba (R)
According to the 2011 Census, Walamba (R) village had a total population of 1,872 people, including 967 males and 905 females, living in 410 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.66%, with male literacy at 69.17% and female literacy at 55.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,811.
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 | 1,872 | 967 | 905 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 169 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,811 | 936 | 875 |
| Literate Population | 965 | 552 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 907 | 415 | 492 |
Nearby Villages of Walamba (R)
Walamba (R) 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 Walamba (R)
Public transport in the Walamba (R) 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 Talode to Walamba (R) is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Walamba (R) is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walamba (R)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walamba (R) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Walamba (R)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walamba (R) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Walamba (R)
Where is Walamba (R) located?
Walamba (R) village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walamba (R)?
The Gram Panchayat of Walamba (R) is Walamba R.
What is the pincode of Walamba (R)?
The pincode of Walamba (R) is 425419.
What is the population of Walamba (R)?
Walamba (R) had a total population of 1,872, including 967 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Walamba (R)?
Walamba (R) had 410 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walamba (R)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walamba (R) was 62.66%. Male literacy was 69.17% and female literacy was 55.66%.