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 Village 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)
According to the 2011 Census, Wai (Rural) village had a total population of 626 people, including 332 males and 294 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 886 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 90.57% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Wai (Rural)?
The Village 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) had a total population of 626, including 332 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Wai (Rural)?
Wai (Rural) had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wai (Rural)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wai (Rural) was 83.19%. Male literacy was 90.57% and female literacy was 75.00%.