Wadaker Poi - Devgad, Sindhudurg
Wadaker Poi is a village situated in the Devgad tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devgad and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Saundale serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadaker Poi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadaker Poi is 566241. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.73 hectares and falls under the 416805 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Wadaker Poi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kankavli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadaker Poi
According to the 2011 Census, Wadaker Poi village had a total population of 178 people, including 90 males and 88 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.82%, with male literacy at 92.59% and female literacy at 73.17%.
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 | 178 | 90 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 75 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 15 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Wadaker Poi
Wadaker Poi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Katali | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Wadachivari | East | 1.79 km |
| Wadapalye | North-East | 1.81 km |
| Tirlot | South-West | 2.49 km |
| Ingalwadi | East | 2.79 km |
| Saundale | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Thakurwadi | West | 3.22 km |
| Kasaba Waghotan | South-East | 3.22 km |
| Katradevi | North | 3.38 km |
| Jambhari | North-West | 3.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadaker Poi
Wadaker Poi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rajapur Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Rajapur to Wadaker Poi is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Wadaker Poi is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadaker Poi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadaker Poi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wadaker Poi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadaker Poi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadaker Poi
Where is Wadaker Poi located?
Wadaker Poi village is located in Devgad Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadaker Poi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadaker Poi is Saundale.
What is the pincode of Wadaker Poi?
The pincode of Wadaker Poi is 416805.
What is the population of Wadaker Poi?
Wadaker Poi had a total population of 178, including 90 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Wadaker Poi?
Wadaker Poi had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadaker Poi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadaker Poi was 82.82%. Male literacy was 92.59% and female literacy was 73.17%.