Wakalwadi - Malegaon, Washim
Wakalwadi is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Wakalwadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakalwadi is 530595. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.2 hectares and falls under the 444503 pincode. Patur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Wakalwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Risod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Wakalwadi village had a total population of 981 people, including 487 males and 494 females, living in 198 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.80%, with male literacy at 81.07% and female literacy at 58.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 979.
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 | 981 | 487 | 494 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 979 | 486 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 580 | 334 | 246 |
| Illiterate Population | 401 | 153 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Wakalwadi
Wakalwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marsul Bhag 1 | East | 2.40 km |
| Gondhalwadi | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Dholi | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Medshi Bhag 1 | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Bramhanwada N. Marsul | South | 3.62 km |
| Malrajura | North | 4.27 km |
| Gangalwadi | North-East | 4.51 km |
| Rajura | East | 4.99 km |
| Bhamatwadi | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Koldara | West | 5.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wakalwadi
Public transport in the Wakalwadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Aman Vadi, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patur to Wakalwadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Wakalwadi is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakalwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakalwadi 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wakalwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakalwadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wakalwadi
Where is Wakalwadi located?
Wakalwadi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wakalwadi?
Wakalwadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wakalwadi?
The pincode of Wakalwadi is 444503.
What is the population of Wakalwadi?
Wakalwadi had a total population of 981, including 487 males and 494 females.
How many households are there in Wakalwadi?
Wakalwadi had 198 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakalwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakalwadi was 69.80%. Male literacy was 81.07% and female literacy was 58.71%.