Wai - Chandur Railway, Amravati
Wai is a village situated in the Chandur Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandur Railway and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Wai Both serves as the Village Panchayat for Wai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wai is 533248. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.71 hectares and falls under the 444904 pincode. Chandur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Wai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wai
According to the 2011 Census, Wai village had a total population of 936 people, including 471 males and 465 females, living in 252 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.15%, with male literacy at 93.26% and female literacy at 78.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 340, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 5.
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 | 936 | 471 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 41 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 340 | 173 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 728 | 401 | 327 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 70 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Wai
Wai 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 Wai
Wai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandur to Wai is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Wai is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wai 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wai
Where is Wai located?
Wai village is located in Chandur Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wai?
The Village Panchayat of Wai is Wai Both.
What is the pincode of Wai?
The pincode of Wai is 444904.
What is the population of Wai?
Wai had a total population of 936, including 471 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Wai?
Wai had 252 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wai was 86.15%. Male literacy was 93.26% and female literacy was 78.80%.