Wahad
Wahad is a village located in Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kandhar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Wahad village is also a gram panchayat.
Wahad has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Wahad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wahad is 545425. The village spans a total geographical area of 804.94 hectares. Kandhar is nearest town to Wahad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wahad 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 Loha Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wahad
Population of Wahad
Below is a concise population overview of Wahad 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 | 2,223 | 1,143 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 419 | 221 | 198 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 626 | 317 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 18 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,225 | 726 | 499 |
| Illiterate Population | 998 | 417 | 581 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wahad village:
- The total population of Wahad village is around 2,223, including approximately 1,143 males and 1,080 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 419 children aged 0–6 years in Wahad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wahad village has 626 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 42 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wahad village is about 55.11%, with male literacy at 63.52% and female literacy at 46.20%.
- There are around 444 households in Wahad village.
Connectivity of Wahad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wahad. As per the 2011 stats, Wahad 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 Wahad
Knowing the nearby villages of Wahad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wahad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wahad
- Where is Wahad located?
- Wahad village is situated in Kandhar Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wahad?
- Wahad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wahad is 2,223, with 1,143 males and 1,080 females.
- How many households are there in Wahad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wahad village has a total of 444 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wahad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wahad is 55.11%. The male literacy rate is 63.52%, while the female literacy rate is 46.20%.