Ligi (Wai) - Digras, Yavatmal
Ligi (Wai) is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Lingiwai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ligi (Wai) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ligi (Wai) is 542656. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ligi (Wai) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ligi (Wai)
As per Census 2011, Ligi (Wai) village has a total population of 1,451 people, consisting of 725 males and 726 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 955 literate and 496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ligi (Wai) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,451 | 725 | 726 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 84 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 955 | 554 | 401 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 171 | 325 |
Nearby Villages of Ligi (Wai)
Ligi (Wai) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ramgaon | West | 2.56 km |
| Tiwari | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Khekadi | West | 3.32 km |
| Lakhkhind | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Mokh | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Amala Budruk | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Palashi | North | 4.62 km |
| Dorli (u) | West | 5.24 km |
| Sindhi | North-West | 5.46 km |
| Sakara | West | 5.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ligi (Wai)
Public transport in the Ligi (Wai) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.2 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 Darwha to Ligi (Wai) is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Ligi (Wai) is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ligi (Wai)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ligi (Wai) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ligi (Wai)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ligi (Wai) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ligi (Wai)
Where is Ligi (Wai) located?
Ligi (Wai) village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ligi (Wai)?
The Gram Panchayat of Ligi (Wai) is Lingiwai.
What is the pincode of Ligi (Wai)?
The pincode of Ligi (Wai) is 445203.
What is the population of Ligi (Wai)?
Ligi (Wai) has a total population of 1,451, including 725 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Ligi (Wai)?
There are 336 households in Ligi (Wai).
What is the literacy rate in Ligi (Wai)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ligi (Wai) is 65.82%. Male literacy is 76.41% and female literacy is 55.23%.