Wai (Rural) - Wai, Satara
Wai (Rural) is a village situated in the Wai tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Wai and around 1 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Shahabag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wai (Rural) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wai (Rural) is 563075. The village covers a total geographical area of 1698 hectares and falls under the 412803 pincode. Wai is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Wai (Rural) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wai (Rural)
As per Census 2011, Wai (Rural) village has a total population of 626 people, consisting of 332 males and 294 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wai (Rural) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 626 | 332 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 269 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Wai (Rural)
Wai (Rural) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sultanpur | North-East | 1.09 km |
| Songirwadi | West | 1.82 km |
| Khanapur | East | 3.36 km |
| Bavdhan | South | 3.79 km |
| Shendurjane | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Pande | East | 4.16 km |
| Shelarwadi | North | 4.33 km |
| Pandharechiwadi | South | 4.34 km |
| Ozarde | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Kanur | South-West | 4.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wai (Rural)
Wai (Rural) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Wathar, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Wai to Wai (Rural) is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Wai (Rural) is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wai (Rural)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wai (Rural) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Wai (Rural)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wai (Rural) 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 Wai (Rural)
Where is Wai (Rural) located?
Wai (Rural) village is located in Wai Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wai (Rural)?
The Gram Panchayat of Wai (Rural) is Shahabag.
What is the pincode of Wai (Rural)?
The pincode of Wai (Rural) is 412803.
What is the population of Wai (Rural)?
Wai (Rural) has a total population of 626, including 332 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Wai (Rural)?
There are 122 households in Wai (Rural).
What is the literacy rate in Wai (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wai (Rural) is 75.08%. Male literacy is 81.02% and female literacy is 68.37%.