Wawarhire - Man, Satara
Wawarhire is a village situated in the Man tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahiwadi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Wawarhire village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wawarhire is 563392. The village covers a total geographical area of 2320 hectares and falls under the 415508 pincode. Mhaswad is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Wawarhire village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Man Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wawarhire
As per Census 2011, Wawarhire village has a total population of 3,842 people, consisting of 1,907 males and 1,935 females. The village has 856 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 375 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,546 literate and 1,296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 746 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wawarhire are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,842 | 1,907 | 1,935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 375 | 206 | 169 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 746 | 383 | 363 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,546 | 1,417 | 1,129 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,296 | 490 | 806 |
Nearby Villages of Wawarhire
Wawarhire 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Danavalewadi | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Vadgaon | South-West | 3.49 km |
| Dangirewadi (mohi) | East | 4.68 km |
| Rajavadi | North | 4.95 km |
| Pangari | West | 5.01 km |
| Sokasan | South-East | 5.17 km |
| Thadale | North-East | 6.04 km |
| Shevari | South | 6.31 km |
| Bijavadi | North-West | 7.20 km |
| Gherewadi | North | 7.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wawarhire
Wawarhire is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Baramati, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 89.2 km.
| 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 Mhaswad to Wawarhire is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Wawarhire is about 72 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 Wawarhire
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wawarhire village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wawarhire
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wawarhire village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wawarhire
Where is Wawarhire located?
Wawarhire village is located in Man Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wawarhire?
Wawarhire is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wawarhire?
The pincode of Wawarhire is 415508.
What is the population of Wawarhire?
Wawarhire has a total population of 3,842, including 1,907 males and 1,935 females.
How many households are there in Wawarhire?
There are 856 households in Wawarhire.
What is the literacy rate in Wawarhire?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wawarhire is 66.27%. Male literacy is 74.31% and female literacy is 58.35%.