Wave - Murud, Raigad
Wave is a village situated in the Murud tehsil of Raigad district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from Murud and around 65 km from Alibag. Welaste serves as the Village Panchayat for Wave village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wave is 554249. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.06 hectares and falls under the 402401 pincode. Murud is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Alibag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wave
According to the 2011 Census, Wave village had a total population of 471 people, including 237 males and 234 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.31%, with male literacy at 80.40% and female literacy at 70.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 237 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 38 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 160 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 77 | 86 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Araoghar | West | 1.21 km |
| Walwati | North | 2.03 km |
| Vihour | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Adad | North | 2.74 km |
| Mazgaon | West | 2.88 km |
| Telawade | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Velaste | East | 3.02 km |
| Khardodkule | West | 3.09 km |
| Murud | South | 3.10 km |
| Wawdungi | South-East | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wave
Public transport in the Wave is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nidi, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.9 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 Murud to Wave is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alibag to Wave 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 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wave
Where is Wave located?
Wave village is located in Murud Tehsil, Raigad district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wave?
The Village Panchayat of Wave is Welaste.
What is the pincode of Wave?
The pincode of Wave is 402401.
What is the population of Wave?
Wave had a total population of 471, including 237 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Wave?
Wave had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wave?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wave was 75.31%. Male literacy was 80.40% and female literacy was 70.48%.