Wadka - Reodar, Sirohi
Wadka is a village situated in the Reodar tehsil of Sirohi district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Reodar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sirohi. Jolpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadka is 090256. The village covers a total geographical area of 493.16 hectares and falls under the 307514 pincode. Abu Road is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Wadka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wadka
As per Census 2011, Wadka village has a total population of 1,460 people, consisting of 748 males and 712 females. The village has 286 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 256 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 1,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,325 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,460 | 748 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 256 | 126 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,325 | 676 | 649 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 384 | 305 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 443 | 633 |
Nearby Villages of Wadka
Wadka 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampura | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Serwa | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Derol | West | 2.31 km |
| Selwada | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Jolpur | North | 2.94 km |
| Malawa | North-West | 3.24 km |
| Perwa | South | 3.50 km |
| Vikanwas | West | 3.82 km |
| Asao | South | 4.47 km |
| Bhamra | North-West | 4.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadka
Wadka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maval, while the nearest airport is Maharana Pratap Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Abu Road to Wadka is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sirohi to Wadka is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadka village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wadka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadka 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 Wadka
Where is Wadka located?
Wadka village is located in Reodar Tehsil, Sirohi district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadka?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadka is Jolpur.
What is the pincode of Wadka?
The pincode of Wadka is 307514.
What is the population of Wadka?
Wadka has a total population of 1,460, including 748 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Wadka?
There are 286 households in Wadka.
What is the literacy rate in Wadka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadka is 26.30%. Male literacy is 40.78% and female literacy is 11.10%.