Wadpada - Kalwan, Nashik
Wadpada is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Sukapur serves as the Village Panchayat for Wadpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadpada is 549886. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.54 hectares and falls under the 423501 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Wadpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadpada
According to the 2011 Census, Wadpada village had a total population of 879 people, including 456 males and 423 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.40%, with male literacy at 64.44% and female literacy at 49.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 879.
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 | 879 | 456 | 423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 879 | 456 | 423 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 241 | 174 |
| Illiterate Population | 464 | 215 | 249 |
Nearby Villages of Wadpada
Wadpada 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 Wadpada
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Wadpada.
| 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 Nashik to Wadpada is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadpada 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 Wadpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadpada
Where is Wadpada located?
Wadpada village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wadpada?
The Village Panchayat of Wadpada is Sukapur.
What is the pincode of Wadpada?
The pincode of Wadpada is 423501.
What is the population of Wadpada?
Wadpada had a total population of 879, including 456 males and 423 females.
How many households are there in Wadpada?
Wadpada had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadpada was 57.40%. Male literacy was 64.44% and female literacy was 49.86%.