Wadhu - Murbad, Thane
Wadhu is a village situated in the Murbad tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murbad and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Chikhale serves as the Village Panchayat for Wadhu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadhu is 553086. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.54 hectares and falls under the 421402 pincode. Kalyan is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Wadhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadhu
According to the 2011 Census, Wadhu village had a total population of 107 people, including 53 males and 54 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.04%, with male literacy at 77.78% and female literacy at 59.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 37.
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 | 107 | 53 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 18 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Wadhu
Wadhu 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 Wadhu
Wadhu is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Kalyan to Wadhu is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Wadhu is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadhu 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wadhu
Where is Wadhu located?
Wadhu village is located in Murbad Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wadhu?
The Village Panchayat of Wadhu is Chikhale.
What is the pincode of Wadhu?
The pincode of Wadhu is 421402.
What is the population of Wadhu?
Wadhu had a total population of 107, including 53 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Wadhu?
Wadhu had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadhu was 68.04%. Male literacy was 77.78% and female literacy was 59.62%.