Wanwarla - Pusad, Yavatmal
Wanwarla is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wanwarla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wanwarla is 542751. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117 hectares and falls under the 445215 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Wanwarla 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 Wanwarla
As per Census 2011, Wanwarla village has a total population of 2,665 people, consisting of 1,351 males and 1,314 females. The village has 548 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 413 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,835 literate and 830 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wanwarla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,665 | 1,351 | 1,314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 413 | 213 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 212 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 33 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 1,835 | 1,041 | 794 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 310 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Wanwarla
Wanwarla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rambha | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Kurhadi | South-West | 2.86 km |
| Mungshi | East | 3.26 km |
| Chikhali | West | 3.50 km |
| Marsul | North-West | 3.67 km |
| Naik Nagar | North | 3.74 km |
| Jamb Bajar | South | 4.15 km |
| Mokhad | North | 4.17 km |
| Jamshetpur | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Waltur Tambe | North-West | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wanwarla
Wanwarla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanhargaon Naka, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.0 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pusad to Wanwarla is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wanwarla is about 120 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 Wanwarla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wanwarla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wanwarla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wanwarla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Wanwarla
Where is Wanwarla located?
Wanwarla village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wanwarla?
Wanwarla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wanwarla?
The pincode of Wanwarla is 445215.
What is the population of Wanwarla?
Wanwarla has a total population of 2,665, including 1,351 males and 1,314 females.
How many households are there in Wanwarla?
There are 548 households in Wanwarla.
What is the literacy rate in Wanwarla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wanwarla is 68.86%. Male literacy is 77.05% and female literacy is 60.43%.