Wamanwadi - Pusad, Yavatmal
Wamanwadi is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Bhandari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wamanwadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wamanwadi is 542742. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.68 hectares and falls under the 445204 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Wamanwadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wamanwadi
As per Census 2011, Wamanwadi village has a total population of 192 people, consisting of 89 males and 103 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,157 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wamanwadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 192 | 89 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 80 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 9 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Wamanwadi
Wamanwadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waltur Tambe | South | 1.38 km |
| Paradh | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Bhandari | West | 2.55 km |
| Naik Nagar | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Marsul | South | 3.31 km |
| Brahmangaon | West | 3.89 km |
| Mokhad | East | 4.73 km |
| Shampur | West | 5.16 km |
| Parwa Budruk | South-West | 5.31 km |
| Chikhali | South | 5.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wamanwadi
Public transport in the Wamanwadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Pusad to Wamanwadi is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wamanwadi is about 111 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wamanwadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wamanwadi 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 Wamanwadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wamanwadi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wamanwadi
Where is Wamanwadi located?
Wamanwadi village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wamanwadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wamanwadi is Bhandari.
What is the pincode of Wamanwadi?
The pincode of Wamanwadi is 445204.
What is the population of Wamanwadi?
Wamanwadi has a total population of 192, including 89 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Wamanwadi?
There are 42 households in Wamanwadi.
What is the literacy rate in Wamanwadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wamanwadi is 74.48%. Male literacy is 89.89% and female literacy is 61.17%.