Wai
Wai is a village located in Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamnuri (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Wai village is also a gram panchayat.
Wai 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 Wai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wai is 546140. The village spans a total geographical area of 538 hectares. Kalamnuri is nearest town to Wai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wai 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 Kalamnuri 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 Wai
Population of Wai
Below is a concise population overview of Wai 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 | 1,582 | 840 | 742 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 123 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,486 | 786 | 700 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 529 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 311 | 405 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wai village:
- The total population of Wai village is around 1,582, including approximately 840 males and 742 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 239 children aged 0–6 years in Wai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wai village has 34 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,486 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wai village is about 54.74%, with male literacy at 62.98% and female literacy at 45.42%.
- There are around 325 households in Wai village.
Connectivity of Wai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wai. As per the 2011 stats, Wai 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wai
Knowing the nearby villages of Wai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wai
- Where is Wai located?
- Wai village is situated in Kalamnuri Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wai?
- Wai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wai is 1,582, with 840 males and 742 females.
- How many households are there in Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wai village has a total of 325 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wai is 54.74%. The male literacy rate is 62.98%, while the female literacy rate is 45.42%.