Wadgaon Andha - Darwha, Yavatmal
Wadgaon Andha is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Mahagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadgaon Andha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadgaon Andha is 542645. The village covers a total geographical area of 412 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Wadgaon Andha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yavatmal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadgaon Andha
As per Census 2011, Wadgaon Andha village has a total population of 659 people, consisting of 333 males and 326 females. The village has 190 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 200 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 658 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadgaon Andha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 333 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 658 | 333 | 325 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 246 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 200 | 87 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Wadgaon Andha
Wadgaon Andha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wadgaon Andha
Public transport in the Wadgaon Andha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Darwha to Wadgaon Andha is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wadgaon Andha is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadgaon Andha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadgaon Andha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wadgaon Andha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadgaon Andha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadgaon Andha
Where is Wadgaon Andha located?
Wadgaon Andha village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadgaon Andha?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadgaon Andha is Mahagaon.
What is the pincode of Wadgaon Andha?
The pincode of Wadgaon Andha is 445202.
What is the population of Wadgaon Andha?
Wadgaon Andha has a total population of 659, including 333 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon Andha?
There are 190 households in Wadgaon Andha.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon Andha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon Andha is 69.65%. Male literacy is 73.87% and female literacy is 65.34%.