Wave - Mhasla, Raigad
Wave is a village situated in the Mhasla tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from Mhasla and around 90 km from Alibag. Vave serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wave village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wave is 554939. The village covers a total geographical area of 296 hectares and falls under the 402101 pincode. Shrivardhan is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Wave village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shrivardhan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wave
As per Census 2011, Wave village has a total population of 716 people, consisting of 350 males and 366 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 540 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wave are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 716 | 350 | 366 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 47 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 540 | 282 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 68 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Wave
Wave 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lipni | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Kharavate | West | 1.81 km |
| Gaulwadi | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Kanghar | North | 2.39 km |
| Warnat | North-West | 2.44 km |
| Maryamkhar | South-West | 2.65 km |
| Phalasap | South | 3.13 km |
| Mandathane | West | 3.15 km |
| Sanderi | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Morvane | North-West | 3.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wave
Wave is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Goregaon Road, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 72.2 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 Shrivardhan to Wave is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Wave is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wave
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wave village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wave
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wave 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 Wave
Where is Wave located?
Wave village is located in Mhasla Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wave?
The Gram Panchayat of Wave is Vave.
What is the pincode of Wave?
The pincode of Wave is 402101.
What is the population of Wave?
Wave has a total population of 716, including 350 males and 366 females.
How many households are there in Wave?
There are 122 households in Wave.
What is the literacy rate in Wave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wave is 75.42%. Male literacy is 80.57% and female literacy is 70.49%.