Wai

Wai is a village located in Akot tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Akot (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Diwthana is the gram panchayat of Wai village.

Wai has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Wai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wai is 529770. The village spans a total geographical area of 531.7 hectares. Akot is nearest town to Wai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Akot Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Wai

Below is a concise population overview of Wai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 570 298 272
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 51 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 186 95 91
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 30 14 16
Literate Population 390 216 174
Illiterate Population 180 82 98

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wai village:

  • The total population of Wai village is around 570, including approximately 298 males and 272 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Wai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wai village has 186 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 30 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wai village is about 68.42%, with male literacy at 72.48% and female literacy at 63.97%.
  • There are around 115 households in Wai village.

Connectivity of Wai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wai. As per the 2011 stats, Wai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Wai

Knowing the nearby villages of Wai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wai.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wai

Where is Wai located?
Wai village is situated in Akot Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wai?
The Gram Panchayat of Wai is Diwthana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Wai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wai is 570, with 298 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Wai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wai village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wai is 68.42%. The male literacy rate is 72.48%, while the female literacy rate is 63.97%.