Anandwadi - Ashti, Wardha
Anandwadi is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashti and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Anadwadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Anandwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Anandwadi is 533507. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.08 hectares and falls under the 442201 pincode. Arvi is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Anandwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arvi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Anandwadi
As per Census 2011, Anandwadi village has a total population of 567 people, consisting of 298 males and 269 females. The village has 134 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 474 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Anandwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 567 | 298 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 474 | 253 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 45 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Anandwadi
Anandwadi 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 Anandwadi
Anandwadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Arvi to Anandwadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Anandwadi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Anandwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Anandwadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Anandwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Anandwadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Anandwadi
Where is Anandwadi located?
Anandwadi village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Anandwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Anandwadi is Anadwadi.
What is the pincode of Anandwadi?
The pincode of Anandwadi is 442201.
What is the population of Anandwadi?
Anandwadi has a total population of 567, including 298 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Anandwadi?
There are 134 households in Anandwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Anandwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Anandwadi is 83.60%. Male literacy is 84.90% and female literacy is 82.16%.