Vatphal - Manora, Washim
Vatphal is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Vatphar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vatphal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vatphal is 531147. The village covers a total geographical area of 1378.8 hectares and falls under the 444403 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Vatphal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vatphal
As per Census 2011, Vatphal village has a total population of 1,629 people, consisting of 838 males and 791 females. The village has 355 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 225 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,040 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 841 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vatphal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,629 | 838 | 791 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 117 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 841 | 428 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 1,040 | 626 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 212 | 377 |
Nearby Villages of Vatphal
Vatphal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vasantwadi | West | 2.36 km |
| Mendra | North-East | 2.40 km |
| Chukamba | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Gosta | East | 3.23 km |
| Kumbhi | West | 3.43 km |
| Ramgadh | North | 3.87 km |
| Lakhi | South | 3.87 km |
| Ingalwadi | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Lahi | West | 5.21 km |
| Ekamba | South-West | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vatphal
Public transport in the Vatphal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Vatphal is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Vatphal is about 36 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 Vatphal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vatphal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vatphal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vatphal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vatphal
Where is Vatphal located?
Vatphal village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vatphal?
The Gram Panchayat of Vatphal is Vatphar.
What is the pincode of Vatphal?
The pincode of Vatphal is 444403.
What is the population of Vatphal?
Vatphal has a total population of 1,629, including 838 males and 791 females.
How many households are there in Vatphal?
There are 355 households in Vatphal.
What is the literacy rate in Vatphal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vatphal is 63.84%. Male literacy is 74.70% and female literacy is 52.34%.