Watkheda - Deoli, Wardha
Watkheda is a village situated in the Deoli tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deoli and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Watkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watkheda is 534290. The village covers a total geographical area of 868.1 hectares and falls under the 442101 pincode. Deoli is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Watkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watkheda
As per Census 2011, Watkheda village has a total population of 1,085 people, consisting of 532 males and 553 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 827 literate and 258 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 204 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,085 | 532 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 39 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 103 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 827 | 433 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 99 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Watkheda
Watkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mirzapur | South | 1.93 km |
| Kolona (chore) | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Kajalsara | West | 2.09 km |
| Kolhapur(rao) | South | 2.59 km |
| Ekpala | North | 2.65 km |
| Takli (kho) | North-East | 3.00 km |
| Singarwadi | South | 3.02 km |
| Khanapur | South | 3.44 km |
| Jafrabad | South | 3.44 km |
| Musalabad | South-East | 3.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watkheda
Watkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dahegaon, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.3 km.
| 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 Deoli to Watkheda is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Watkheda is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watkheda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Watkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watkheda 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 Watkheda
Where is Watkheda located?
Watkheda village is located in Deoli Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watkheda?
Watkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watkheda?
The pincode of Watkheda is 442101.
What is the population of Watkheda?
Watkheda has a total population of 1,085, including 532 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Watkheda?
There are 282 households in Watkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Watkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watkheda is 76.22%. Male literacy is 81.39% and female literacy is 71.25%.