Watbori - Kalamb, Yavatmal
Watbori is a village situated in the Kalamb tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalamb and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Watbori village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watbori is 542327. The village covers a total geographical area of 449.54 hectares and falls under the 445101 pincode. Yavatmal is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Watbori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Watbori
According to the 2011 Census, Watbori village had a total population of 1,861 people, including 931 males and 930 females, living in 426 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.34%, with male literacy at 80.22% and female literacy at 66.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 141, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 637.
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 | 1,861 | 931 | 930 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 117 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 637 | 322 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 1,191 | 653 | 538 |
| Illiterate Population | 670 | 278 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Watbori
Watbori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ajani (u) | North | 2.18 km |
| Wagada | South | 3.53 km |
| Dharamgaon | West | 3.57 km |
| Ramwakdi(yelbara) | West | 3.88 km |
| Jodmoha | North-West | 3.88 km |
| Belori | East | 4.06 km |
| Gandhinagar | East | 4.85 km |
| Ganeshwadi | North-East | 5.04 km |
| Deonala | North | 5.22 km |
| Wadner | West | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watbori
Watbori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.7 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 Yavatmal to Watbori is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Watbori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watbori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Watbori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watbori 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Watbori
Where is Watbori located?
Watbori village is located in Kalamb Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Watbori?
Watbori is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watbori?
The pincode of Watbori is 445101.
What is the population of Watbori?
Watbori had a total population of 1,861, including 931 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Watbori?
Watbori had 426 households.
What is the literacy rate in Watbori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watbori was 73.34%. Male literacy was 80.22% and female literacy was 66.42%.