WASHIM

Police & Judiciary

Last updated on 5 November 2025. Help us improve the information on this page by clicking on suggest edits or writing to us.

Washim district has a well-established network of police stations strategically positioned across major towns, talukas, and key areas, including Washim, Risod, Karanja, Malegaon, and Mangrulpir. These stations play a crucial role in law enforcement, ensuring security in both urban and rural regions.

Locally, terms like “Kaka” or “Mama” are commonly used to refer to police officers neutrally or respectfully,

Police Stations in Washim. Source: Google Earth (Sept. 2023)

Community Perception of Safety

In Washim’s town areas, residents generally feel moderately safe, with children and women able to move around during the day without major concerns. Many locals mention that while daytime travel is common, families remain cautious about venturing out at night due to safety concerns.

Locals say that while incidents of serious crime are not frequent, the apprehension about nighttime safety persists, especially in isolated areas. Parents prefer their daughters to return home before dark, and travelers often avoid less-populated routes after evening hours.