Wathar Bk. - Khandala, Satara
Wathar Bk. is a village situated in the Khandala tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandala and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Wathar - Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wathar Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wathar Bk. is 563208. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.82 hectares and falls under the 415526 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Wathar Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wathar Bk.
As per Census 2011, Wathar Bk. village has a total population of 2,210 people, consisting of 1,137 males and 1,073 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,779 literate and 431 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wathar Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,210 | 1,137 | 1,073 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 101 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 153 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 13 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 1,779 | 965 | 814 |
| Illiterate Population | 431 | 172 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Wathar Bk.
Wathar Bk. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shedgewadi | South | 1.90 km |
| Rui | East | 3.07 km |
| Bhade | South-West | 3.19 km |
| Andori | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Veer | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Mandaki | North-East | 4.28 km |
| Waghoshi | South | 5.62 km |
| Morve | South-West | 5.63 km |
| Tondal | West | 5.64 km |
| Karadwadi | South-East | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wathar Bk.
Wathar Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Valha, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Phaltan to Wathar Bk. is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Wathar Bk. is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wathar Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wathar Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wathar Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wathar Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wathar Bk.
Where is Wathar Bk. located?
Wathar Bk. village is located in Khandala Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wathar Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Wathar Bk. is Wathar - Bk..
What is the pincode of Wathar Bk.?
The pincode of Wathar Bk. is 415526.
What is the population of Wathar Bk.?
Wathar Bk. has a total population of 2,210, including 1,137 males and 1,073 females.
How many households are there in Wathar Bk.?
There are 472 households in Wathar Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Wathar Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wathar Bk. is 80.50%. Male literacy is 84.87% and female literacy is 75.86%.