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.
Wadad has its own place in the vibrant Hingoli 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Wadad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wadad village:
- The total population of Wadad village is around 1,886, including approximately 958 males and 928 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 270 children aged 0–6 years in Wadad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wadad village has 326 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wadad village is about 65.64%, with male literacy at 75.57% and female literacy at 55.39%.
- There are around 348 households in Wadad village.
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%.