Wada - Khed, Pune
Wada is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgurunagar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Wada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wada is 555683. The village covers a total geographical area of 1721 hectares and falls under the 412402 pincode. Alandi is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Wada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wada
As per Census 2011, Wada village has a total population of 5,523 people, consisting of 2,778 males and 2,745 females. The village has 1,225 households and a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males. There are 571 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,838 literate and 1,685 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,965 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,523 | 2,778 | 2,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 285 | 286 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,965 | 1,008 | 957 |
| Literate Population | 3,838 | 2,152 | 1,686 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,685 | 626 | 1,059 |
Nearby Villages of Wada
Wada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tifanwwadi | South-West | 2.27 km |
| Darakwadi | South-East | 2.53 km |
| Walad | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Talekarwadi | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Gundalwadi | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Majgaon | South-West | 3.60 km |
| Surkundi | West | 4.00 km |
| Ambedara | East | 4.13 km |
| Phadalewadi Ugalewadi | North | 4.17 km |
| Sal | North-East | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wada
Public transport in the Wada is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talegaon, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alandi to Wada is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Wada is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wada 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 Wada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wada
Where is Wada located?
Wada village is located in Khed Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wada?
Wada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wada?
The pincode of Wada is 412402.
What is the population of Wada?
Wada has a total population of 5,523, including 2,778 males and 2,745 females.
How many households are there in Wada?
There are 1,225 households in Wada.
What is the literacy rate in Wada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wada is 69.49%. Male literacy is 77.47% and female literacy is 61.42%.