Walan - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Walan is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Mulwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walan is 550861. The village covers a total geographical area of 286.44 hectares and falls under the 422212 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Walan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walan
As per Census 2011, Walan village has a total population of 951 people, consisting of 480 males and 471 females. The village has 149 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 230 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 541 illiterate residents. Additionally, 945 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 480 | 471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 121 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 945 | 476 | 469 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 224 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 541 | 256 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Walan
Walan 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 Walan
Public transport in the Walan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Trimbak to Walan is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Walan is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walan 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 Walan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walan 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 Walan
Where is Walan located?
Walan village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walan?
The Gram Panchayat of Walan is Mulwad.
What is the pincode of Walan?
The pincode of Walan is 422212.
What is the population of Walan?
Walan has a total population of 951, including 480 males and 471 females.
How many households are there in Walan?
There are 149 households in Walan.
What is the literacy rate in Walan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walan is 43.11%. Male literacy is 46.67% and female literacy is 39.49%.