Wasa

Wasa is a village located in Gadchiroli tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Gadchiroli (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Wasa village is also a gram panchayat.

Wasa has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli 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 Wasa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wasa is 539098. The village spans a total geographical area of 457.44 hectares. Gadchiroli is nearest town to Wasa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

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Population of Wasa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,516 769 747
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 170 71 99
Scheduled Castes (SC) 195 96 99
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 135 69 66
Literate Population 1,088 620 468
Illiterate Population 428 149 279

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

  • The total population of Wasa village is around 1,516, including approximately 769 males and 747 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 170 children aged 0–6 years in Wasa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wasa village has 195 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 135 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wasa village is about 71.77%, with male literacy at 80.62% and female literacy at 62.65%.
  • There are around 408 households in Wasa village.

Connectivity of Wasa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wasa. As per the 2011 stats, Wasa 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wasa

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wasa

Where is Wasa located?
Wasa village is situated in Gadchiroli Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wasa?
Wasa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Wasa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wasa is 1,516, with 769 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Wasa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wasa village has a total of 408 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wasa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wasa is 71.77%. The male literacy rate is 80.62%, while the female literacy rate is 62.65%.