Wadi Puyad - Nanded
Wadi Puyad is a village situated in the Nanded tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from Nanded, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Wadi (puyad) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wadi Puyad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadi Puyad is 544730. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 431606 pincode. Nanded is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Wadi Puyad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nanded South Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nanded Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadi Puyad
As per Census 2011, Wadi Puyad village has a total population of 987 people, consisting of 517 males and 470 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 367 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadi Puyad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 | 517 | 470 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 85 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 119 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 375 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 367 | 142 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Wadi Puyad
Wadi Puyad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadi Kardel | North | 1.01 km |
| Fattepur | West | 1.18 km |
| Wadgaon | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Punegaon | East | 1.70 km |
| Elechpur | West | 2.10 km |
| Siddhanath | East | 2.25 km |
| Injegaon | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Wangi | North | 2.38 km |
| Sattarpur | North-East | 2.63 km |
| Nagapur | North-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadi Puyad
Wadi Puyad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maltekdi, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nanded to Wadi Puyad is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadi Puyad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadi Puyad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wadi Puyad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadi Puyad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadi Puyad
Where is Wadi Puyad located?
Wadi Puyad village is located in Nanded Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadi Puyad?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadi Puyad is Wadi (puyad).
What is the pincode of Wadi Puyad?
The pincode of Wadi Puyad is 431606.
What is the population of Wadi Puyad?
Wadi Puyad has a total population of 987, including 517 males and 470 females.
How many households are there in Wadi Puyad?
There are 173 households in Wadi Puyad.
What is the literacy rate in Wadi Puyad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadi Puyad is 62.82%. Male literacy is 72.53% and female literacy is 52.13%.