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
According to the 2011 Census, Wadgaon Andha village had a total population of 659 people, including 333 males and 326 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.53%, with male literacy at 88.49% and female literacy at 74.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 658.
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 | 659 | 333 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 55 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 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 had a total population of 659, including 333 males and 326 females.
How many households are there in Wadgaon Andha?
Wadgaon Andha had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadgaon Andha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadgaon Andha was 81.53%. Male literacy was 88.49% and female literacy was 74.74%.