Wadad - Aundha (Nagnath), Hingoli
Wadad is a village situated in the Aundha (Nagnath) tehsil of Hingoli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aundha (nagnath) and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Hingoli. Wadad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadad is 546087. The village covers a total geographical area of 464 hectares and falls under the 431705 pincode. Basmath is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Wadad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Basmath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadad
According to the 2011 Census, Wadad village had a total population of 1,886 people, including 958 males and 928 females, living in 348 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.61%, with male literacy at 88.51% and female literacy at 64.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 326, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 1,886 | 958 | 928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 270 | 140 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 170 | 156 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,238 | 724 | 514 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 234 | 414 |
Nearby Villages of Wadad
Wadad 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 Wadad
Public transport in the Wadad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Wadad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basmath to Wadad is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hingoli to Wadad 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 Wadad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadad 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 Wadad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wadad
Where is Wadad located?
Wadad village is located in Aundha (Nagnath) Tehsil, Hingoli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadad?
Wadad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadad?
The pincode of Wadad is 431705.
What is the population of Wadad?
Wadad had a total population of 1,886, including 958 males and 928 females.
How many households are there in Wadad?
Wadad had 348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadad was 76.61%. Male literacy was 88.51% and female literacy was 64.41%.