Wavi

Wavi is a village located in Niphad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Niphad (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Wavi village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Wavi unique in its vibrant Niphad-Nashik region. You’ll see Wavi’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 Wavi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wavi is 551308. The village spans a total geographical area of 704 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Wavi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wavi 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 Niphad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Wavi

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Population of Wavi

According to the 2011 Census, Wavi has a total population of about 2,147, with approximately 1,095 males and 1,052 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 288 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 172 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 564. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.00%, with male literacy at about 73.24% and female literacy near 62.55%. There are around 428 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wavi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,147 1,095 1,052
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 288 151 137
Scheduled Castes (SC) 172 93 79
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 564 272 292
Literate Population 1,460 802 658
Illiterate Population 687 293 394

Connectivity of Wavi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wavi. As per the 2011 stats, Wavi 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 Wavi

Knowing the nearby villages of Wavi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wavi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wavi

Where is Wavi located?
Wavi village is situated in Niphad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wavi?
Wavi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Wavi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wavi is 2,147, with 1,095 males and 1,052 females.
How many households are there in Wavi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wavi village has a total of 428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wavi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wavi is 68.00%. The male literacy rate is 73.24%, while the female literacy rate is 62.55%.