Walhasa - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Walhasa is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Dabhadi serves as the Village Panchayat for Walhasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walhasa is 543837. The village covers a total geographical area of 362 hectares and falls under the 445304 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Walhasa 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 Walhasa
According to the 2011 Census, Walhasa village had a total population of 345 people, including 177 males and 168 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.15%, with male literacy at 87.34% and female literacy at 68.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 177 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 236 | 138 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 39 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Walhasa
Walhasa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Walhasa
Public transport in the Walhasa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Walhasa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Wani to Walhasa is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Walhasa is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walhasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walhasa 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 Walhasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walhasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Walhasa
Where is Walhasa located?
Walhasa village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Walhasa?
The Village Panchayat of Walhasa is Dabhadi.
What is the pincode of Walhasa?
The pincode of Walhasa is 445304.
What is the population of Walhasa?
Walhasa had a total population of 345, including 177 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Walhasa?
Walhasa had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Walhasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walhasa was 78.15%. Male literacy was 87.34% and female literacy was 68.06%.