Wavi Village - Sinnar, Nashik
Wavi is a village situated in the Sinnar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinnar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Wavi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wavi is 551252. The village covers a total geographical area of 2353 hectares and falls under the 422104 pincode. Sinnar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Wavi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sinnar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wavi
As per Census 2011, Wavi village has a total population of 4,216 people, consisting of 2,212 males and 2,004 females. The village has 865 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 492 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,235 literate and 981 illiterate residents. Additionally, 426 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 172 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wavi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,216 | 2,212 | 2,004 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 492 | 271 | 221 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 426 | 229 | 197 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 172 | 81 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 3,235 | 1,807 | 1,428 |
| Illiterate Population | 981 | 405 | 576 |
Nearby Villages of Wavi
Wavi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimparwadi | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Dusangwadi | South-East | 3.35 km |
| Fulenagar | South-West | 3.59 km |
| Pangari Kh | West | 4.03 km |
| Mithsagare | North | 4.08 km |
| Kahandalwadi | South | 4.68 km |
| Maldhon | South-East | 5.07 km |
| Shaha | North-East | 5.78 km |
| Ghotewadi | South | 5.86 km |
| Pangari Bk | West | 5.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wavi
Wavi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sainagar Shirdi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 15.2 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 Sinnar to Wavi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Wavi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wavi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wavi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wavi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wavi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Wavi
Where is Wavi located?
Wavi village is located in Sinnar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wavi?
Wavi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wavi?
The pincode of Wavi is 422104.
What is the population of Wavi?
Wavi has a total population of 4,216, including 2,212 males and 2,004 females.
How many households are there in Wavi?
There are 865 households in Wavi.
What is the literacy rate in Wavi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wavi is 76.73%. Male literacy is 81.69% and female literacy is 71.26%.