Wanoja (Devi) - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Wanoja (Devi) is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 119 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wanojadevi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wanoja (Devi) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wanoja (Devi) is 543760. The village covers a total geographical area of 1531.58 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Wanoja (Devi) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wanoja (Devi)
As per Census 2011, Wanoja (Devi) village has a total population of 1,223 people, consisting of 642 males and 581 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 945 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 108 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wanoja (Devi) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,223 | 642 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 53 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 945 | 519 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 123 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Wanoja (Devi)
Wanoja (Devi) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Machhindra | West | 2.22 km |
| Phefarwada | North-West | 2.70 km |
| Nandepera | South-East | 2.82 km |
| Shelu Kh | East | 2.85 km |
| Goraj | North | 2.95 km |
| Dol.dongargaon | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Hiwara Majara | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Apati | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Lakhapur | South-West | 4.24 km |
| Karanji | East | 4.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wanoja (Devi)
Public transport in the Wanoja (Devi) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Majri Khadan, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.7 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 Wani to Wanoja (Devi) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wanoja (Devi) is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wanoja (Devi)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wanoja (Devi) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wanoja (Devi)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wanoja (Devi) 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 Wanoja (Devi)
Where is Wanoja (Devi) located?
Wanoja (Devi) village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wanoja (Devi)?
The Gram Panchayat of Wanoja (Devi) is Wanojadevi.
What is the pincode of Wanoja (Devi)?
The pincode of Wanoja (Devi) is 445303.
What is the population of Wanoja (Devi)?
Wanoja (Devi) has a total population of 1,223, including 642 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Wanoja (Devi)?
There are 306 households in Wanoja (Devi).
What is the literacy rate in Wanoja (Devi)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanoja (Devi) is 77.27%. Male literacy is 80.84% and female literacy is 73.32%.