Wahitkhed Village Overview
Wahitkhed is a village in Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It lies about 5 km from Karanja tehsil headquarters and around 79 km from Washim district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Jamb is the Gram Panchayat for Wahitkhed village.
The sections below provide essential information about Wahitkhed village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wahitkhed is 530953. The village covers a geographical area of 92.75 hectares. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Location Map of Wahitkhed
Population & Demographics of Wahitkhed
This section provides population and demographic details of Wahitkhed village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 68 | 37 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 7 | 9 |
Key population details of Wahitkhed village are given below:
- Wahitkhed village is a very small village with a total population of around 68, including approximately 37 males and 31 females, with a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 11 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Wahitkhed village is high, with a literacy rate of about 76.47%.
- There are around 18 households in Wahitkhed village.
Transport & Connectivity of Wahitkhed
Transport facilities help residents of Wahitkhed village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wahitkhed
The following villages are located close to Wahitkhed and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wahitkhed
- Where is Wahitkhed located?
- Wahitkhed village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wahitkhed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wahitkhed is Jamb (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Wahitkhed?
- Wahitkhed has a total population of 68, including 37 males and 31 females.
- How many households are there in Wahitkhed?
- There are 18 households in Wahitkhed.
- What is the literacy rate in Wahitkhed?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wahitkhed is 76.47%. Male literacy is 81.08% and female literacy is 70.97%.