Watfala - Ner, Yavatmal
Watfala is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Watfali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Watfala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Watfala is 542021. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.57 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Watfala 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 Watfala
As per Census 2011, Watfala village has a total population of 600 people, consisting of 315 males and 285 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 52 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 50 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Watfala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 315 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 219 | 202 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 260 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 55 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Watfala
Watfala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Watfali | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Dodki | North | 1.71 km |
| Mandawgad | South | 2.61 km |
| Malkapur | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Nimgavhan | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Dagaddhanora | West | 3.01 km |
| Khandala | North-East | 3.05 km |
| Zombadi | South-West | 3.12 km |
| Walki | East | 3.15 km |
| Vijvihir | East | 3.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Watfala
Watfala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Timtala, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Watfala is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Watfala is about 44 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 Watfala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Watfala 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 Watfala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Watfala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Watfala
Where is Watfala located?
Watfala village is located in Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Watfala?
The Gram Panchayat of Watfala is Watfali.
What is the pincode of Watfala?
The pincode of Watfala is 445102.
What is the population of Watfala?
Watfala has a total population of 600, including 315 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Watfala?
There are 165 households in Watfala.
What is the literacy rate in Watfala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Watfala is 76.83%. Male literacy is 82.54% and female literacy is 70.53%.