Wathar
Wathar is a village located in Phaltan tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Phaltan (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Wathar Nimbalkar is the gram panchayat of Wathar village.
Wathar has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Wathar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wathar is 563348. The village spans a total geographical area of 2141 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415523. Phaltan is nearest town to Wathar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wathar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Koregaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wathar
Population of Wathar
Below is a concise population overview of Wathar 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 | 3,954 | 2,013 | 1,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 233 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 200 | 102 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 2,835 | 1,566 | 1,269 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,119 | 447 | 672 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wathar village:
- The total population of Wathar village is around 3,954, including approximately 2,013 males and 1,941 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 431 children aged 0–6 years in Wathar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wathar village has 200 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 29 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wathar village is about 71.70%, with male literacy at 77.79% and female literacy at 65.38%.
- There are around 830 households in Wathar village.
Connectivity of Wathar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wathar. As per the 2011 stats, Wathar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wathar
Knowing the nearby villages of Wathar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wathar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wathar
- Where is Wathar located?
- Wathar village is situated in Phaltan Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wathar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wathar is Wathar Nimbalkar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Wathar?
- The pincode of Wathar is 415523, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wathar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wathar is 3,954, with 2,013 males and 1,941 females.
- How many households are there in Wathar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wathar village has a total of 830 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wathar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wathar is 71.70%. The male literacy rate is 77.79%, while the female literacy rate is 65.38%.