Watod - Manora, Washim
Watod is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Eklara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watod village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watod is 531068. The village covers a total geographical area of 663.8 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Watod 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 Watod
As per Census 2011, Watod village has a total population of 687 people, consisting of 348 males and 339 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 493 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 345 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watod are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 687 | 348 | 339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 39 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 182 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 22 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 285 | 208 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 63 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Watod
Watod 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chistala | East | 1.56 km |
| Gundi | West | 1.68 km |
| Eklara | North-West | 2.42 km |
| Dhamani (manora) | South | 3.03 km |
| Umardari | North | 3.15 km |
| Lohara | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Manora | South | 3.50 km |
| Kondoli | West | 3.64 km |
| Talap Bk. | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Sawargaon | North-East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watod
Public transport in the Watod 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 56.6 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 Watod is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Watod is about 65 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 Watod
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watod 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Watod
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watod village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Watod
Where is Watod located?
Watod village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watod?
The Gram Panchayat of Watod is Eklara.
What is the pincode of Watod?
The pincode of Watod is 444404.
What is the population of Watod?
Watod has a total population of 687, including 348 males and 339 females.
How many households are there in Watod?
There are 166 households in Watod.
What is the literacy rate in Watod?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watod is 71.76%. Male literacy is 81.90% and female literacy is 61.36%.