Wardh - Arvi, Wardha
Wardh is a village situated in the Arvi tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arvi and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Wardhamaneri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wardh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wardh is 533656. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.03 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Wardh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wardh
As per Census 2011, Wardh village has a total population of 3,207 people, consisting of 1,662 males and 1,545 females. The village has 734 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 312 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,497 literate and 710 illiterate residents. Additionally, 378 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 357 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wardh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,207 | 1,662 | 1,545 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 153 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 378 | 199 | 179 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 357 | 168 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 2,497 | 1,375 | 1,122 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 287 | 423 |
Nearby Villages of Wardh
Wardh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maneri | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Ranwadi | North-West | 1.96 km |
| Tokiwada | South-West | 2.26 km |
| Mandla | South-East | 2.51 km |
| Devhada | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Goiwada | South | 2.63 km |
| Jamner | North | 2.72 km |
| Antapur | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Bodala | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Khanwadi | East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wardh
Wardh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dhamangaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 69.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arvi to Wardh is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Wardh is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wardh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wardh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Wardh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wardh 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wardh
Where is Wardh located?
Wardh village is located in Arvi Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wardh?
The Gram Panchayat of Wardh is Wardhamaneri.
What is the pincode of Wardh?
The pincode of Wardh is 442201.
What is the population of Wardh?
Wardh has a total population of 3,207, including 1,662 males and 1,545 females.
How many households are there in Wardh?
There are 734 households in Wardh.
What is the literacy rate in Wardh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wardh is 77.86%. Male literacy is 82.73% and female literacy is 72.62%.