Wathoda - Arvi, Wardha
Wathoda is a village situated in the Arvi tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arvi and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Wathoda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wathoda is 533746. The village covers a total geographical area of 1070.03 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Wathoda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wathoda
As per Census 2011, Wathoda village has a total population of 1,706 people, consisting of 929 males and 777 females. The village has 455 households and a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,299 literate and 407 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 149 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wathoda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,706 | 929 | 777 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 65 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 145 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 78 | 71 |
| Literate Population | 1,299 | 779 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 407 | 150 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Wathoda
Wathoda 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 Wathoda
Wathoda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arvi to Wathoda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Wathoda is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wathoda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wathoda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wathoda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wathoda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Wathoda
Where is Wathoda located?
Wathoda village is located in Arvi Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wathoda?
Wathoda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wathoda?
The pincode of Wathoda is 442201.
What is the population of Wathoda?
Wathoda has a total population of 1,706, including 929 males and 777 females.
How many households are there in Wathoda?
There are 455 households in Wathoda.
What is the literacy rate in Wathoda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wathoda is 76.14%. Male literacy is 83.85% and female literacy is 66.92%.