Waitagwadi - Sonpeth, Parbhani
Waitagwadi is a village situated in the Sonpeth tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonpeth and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Waitagwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waitagwadi is 546973. The village covers a total geographical area of 405.81 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Waitagwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Waitagwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Waitagwadi village had a total population of 910 people, including 463 males and 447 females, living in 172 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.24%, with male literacy at 78.32% and female literacy at 54.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 910 | 463 | 447 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 70 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 307 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 156 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Waitagwadi
Waitagwadi 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 Waitagwadi
Waitagwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Waitagwadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangakhed to Waitagwadi is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Waitagwadi is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waitagwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waitagwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Waitagwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waitagwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Waitagwadi
Where is Waitagwadi located?
Waitagwadi village is located in Sonpeth Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waitagwadi?
Waitagwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waitagwadi?
The pincode of Waitagwadi is 431514.
What is the population of Waitagwadi?
Waitagwadi had a total population of 910, including 463 males and 447 females.
How many households are there in Waitagwadi?
Waitagwadi had 172 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waitagwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waitagwadi was 66.24%. Male literacy was 78.32% and female literacy was 54.20%.