Warud - Maregaon, Yavatmal
Warud is a village situated in the Maregaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maregaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Warud village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Warud is 543782. The village covers a total geographical area of 646.13 hectares and falls under the 445303 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Warud 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 Warud
As per Census 2011, Warud village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 326 males and 299 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 162 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Warud are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 326 | 299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 42 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 88 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 258 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 68 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Warud
Warud 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akapur | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Chinchala | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Salebhatti | West | 2.27 km |
| Gawarala | South | 2.75 km |
| Pathri | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Lakhapur | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Bhandewada | East | 3.14 km |
| Durgadi | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Khadaki | North | 3.27 km |
| Pandharkawada | North-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Warud
Public transport in the Warud is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wani, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.2 km.
| 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 Wani to Warud is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Warud is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Warud
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Warud village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Warud
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Warud village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Warud
Where is Warud located?
Warud village is located in Maregaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Warud?
Warud is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Warud?
The pincode of Warud is 445303.
What is the population of Warud?
Warud has a total population of 625, including 326 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Warud?
There are 164 households in Warud.
What is the literacy rate in Warud?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Warud is 73.44%. Male literacy is 79.14% and female literacy is 67.22%.