Watephal
Watephal is a village located in Paranda tehsil of Osmanabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 51km away from sub-district headquarter Paranda (tehsildar office) and 103km away from district headquarter Osmanabad. As per 2009 stats, Wathephal is the gram panchayat of Watephal village.
Watephal has its own place in the vibrant Osmanabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Watephal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Watephal is 561058. The village spans a total geographical area of 1130.3 hectares. Paranda is nearest town to Watephal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 51km away.
Google Map of Watephal
Population of Watephal
Below is a concise population overview of Watephal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,148 | 1,164 | 984 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 125 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 191 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,441 | 879 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 285 | 422 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Watephal village:
- The total population of Watephal village is around 2,148, including approximately 1,164 males and 984 females, with a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Watephal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Watephal village has 354 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 11 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Watephal village is about 67.09%, with male literacy at 75.52% and female literacy at 57.11%.
- There are around 449 households in Watephal village.
Connectivity of Watephal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Watephal. As per the 2011 stats, Watephal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Watephal
Knowing the nearby villages of Watephal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Watephal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Watephal
- Where is Watephal located?
- Watephal village is situated in Paranda Tehsil, within the Osmanabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Watephal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Watephal is Wathephal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Watephal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Watephal is 2,148, with 1,164 males and 984 females.
- How many households are there in Watephal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Watephal village has a total of 449 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Watephal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Watephal is 67.09%. The male literacy rate is 75.52%, while the female literacy rate is 57.11%.