Wadad
Wadad is a village located in Aundha tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Aundha (nagnath) (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Wadad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wadad unique in its vibrant Aundha-Hingoli region. You’ll see Wadad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Wadad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadad is 546087. The village spans a total geographical area of 464 hectares. Basmath is nearest town to Wadad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wadad 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 Basmath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wadad
Population of Wadad
According to the 2011 Census, Wadad has a total population of about 1,886, with approximately 958 males and 928 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 270 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 326 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.64%, with male literacy at about 75.57% and female literacy near 55.39%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wadad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Wadad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadad. As per the 2011 stats, Wadad 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 Wadad
Knowing the nearby villages of Wadad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wadad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wadad
- Where is Wadad located?
- Wadad village is situated in Aundha Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wadad?
- Wadad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wadad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadad is 1,886, with 958 males and 928 females.
- How many households are there in Wadad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wadad village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wadad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadad is 65.64%. The male literacy rate is 75.57%, while the female literacy rate is 55.39%.