Waldhur - Hinganghat, Wardha
Waldhur is a village situated in the Hinganghat tehsil of Wardha district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinganghat and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Wardha. Dhamngaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Waldhur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waldhur is 534465. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.98 hectares and falls under the 442301 pincode. Hinganghat is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Waldhur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinganghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waldhur
According to the 2011 Census, Waldhur village had a total population of 572 people, including 309 males and 263 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.02%, with male literacy at 89.08% and female literacy at 84.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 572 | 309 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 48 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 253 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 56 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Waldhur
Waldhur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kekatvihira | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Kumbhi | West | 1.76 km |
| Satefal | South | 2.28 km |
| Sultanpur | North-East | 2.41 km |
| Umari | East | 2.48 km |
| Kadajana | North | 3.18 km |
| Yenora | West | 3.68 km |
| Dhamangaon | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Kukabardi | North-East | 3.91 km |
| Itlapur | North-West | 4.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waldhur
Waldhur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yenor, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.0 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 Hinganghat to Waldhur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Wardha to Waldhur is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waldhur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waldhur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Waldhur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waldhur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Waldhur
Where is Waldhur located?
Waldhur village is located in Hinganghat Tehsil, Wardha district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waldhur?
The Village Panchayat of Waldhur is Dhamngaon.
What is the pincode of Waldhur?
The pincode of Waldhur is 442301.
What is the population of Waldhur?
Waldhur had a total population of 572, including 309 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Waldhur?
Waldhur had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waldhur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waldhur was 87.02%. Male literacy was 89.08% and female literacy was 84.58%.