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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Watbori village has a total population of 1,861 people, consisting of 931 males and 930 females. The village has 426 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,191 literate and 670 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 637 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watbori are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Watbori?
Watbori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Watbori?
The pincode of Watbori is 445101.
What is the population of Watbori?
Watbori has a total population of 1,861, including 931 males and 930 females.
How many households are there in Watbori?
There are 426 households in Watbori.
What is the literacy rate in Watbori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watbori is 64.00%. Male literacy is 70.14% and female literacy is 57.85%.