Walki - Ner, Yavatmal
Walki is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Walki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walki is 542020. The village covers a total geographical area of 455.14 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Walki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walki
As per Census 2011, Walki village has a total population of 643 people, consisting of 337 males and 306 females. The village has 175 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 509 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 268 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 56 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 643 | 337 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 268 | 137 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 509 | 278 | 231 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 59 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Walki
Walki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Vijvihir | South | 1.62 km |
| Khandala | North-West | 1.67 km |
| Nathrad | East | 2.29 km |
| Dodki | West | 2.76 km |
| Marwadi | East | 2.82 km |
| Watfala | West | 3.15 km |
| Watfali | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Malkapur | South | 3.56 km |
| Muktyarpur | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Wanarkhed | North | 3.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walki
Walki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malkhed, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.3 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 Darwha to Walki is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Walki 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 Walki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walki 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Walki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walki 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 Walki
Where is Walki located?
Walki village is located in Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walki?
Walki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Walki?
The pincode of Walki is 445102.
What is the population of Walki?
Walki has a total population of 643, including 337 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Walki?
There are 175 households in Walki.
What is the literacy rate in Walki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walki is 79.16%. Male literacy is 82.49% and female literacy is 75.49%.