Vitholi - Manora, Washim
Vitholi is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Vitholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vitholi is 531082. The village covers a total geographical area of 1253.33 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Vitholi 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 Vitholi
As per Census 2011, Vitholi village has a total population of 2,440 people, consisting of 1,226 males and 1,214 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 284 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,818 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 728 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vitholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,440 | 1,226 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 284 | 147 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 193 | 98 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 728 | 363 | 365 |
| Literate Population | 1,818 | 994 | 824 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 232 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Vitholi
Vitholi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Galamgaon | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Gavha | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Ramtirth | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Manora | North | 3.06 km |
| Chakur | South | 3.08 km |
| Somthana | West | 3.21 km |
| Mahuli | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Somnathnagar | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Karkheda | East | 3.82 km |
| Dhamani (manora) | North-West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vitholi
Vitholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Vitholi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Vitholi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vitholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vitholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vitholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vitholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vitholi
Where is Vitholi located?
Vitholi village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vitholi?
Vitholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vitholi?
The pincode of Vitholi is 444404.
What is the population of Vitholi?
Vitholi has a total population of 2,440, including 1,226 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Vitholi?
There are 565 households in Vitholi.
What is the literacy rate in Vitholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vitholi is 74.51%. Male literacy is 81.08% and female literacy is 67.87%.