Wai Mendhi - Digras, Yavatmal
Wai Mendhi is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Waillingi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wai Mendhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wai Mendhi is 542657. The village covers a total geographical area of 475 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Wai Mendhi 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 Wai Mendhi
According to the 2011 Census, Wai Mendhi village had a total population of 882 people, including 457 males and 425 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.68%, with male literacy at 91.26% and female literacy at 75.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 90, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 882 | 457 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 68 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 90 | 52 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 646 | 355 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 102 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Wai Mendhi
Wai Mendhi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wai Mendhi
Public transport in the Wai Mendhi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Digras to Wai Mendhi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wai Mendhi is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wai Mendhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wai Mendhi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wai Mendhi
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 Mendhi 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 Wai Mendhi
Where is Wai Mendhi located?
Wai Mendhi village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wai Mendhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wai Mendhi is Waillingi.
What is the pincode of Wai Mendhi?
The pincode of Wai Mendhi is 445203.
What is the population of Wai Mendhi?
Wai Mendhi had a total population of 882, including 457 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Wai Mendhi?
Wai Mendhi had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wai Mendhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wai Mendhi was 83.68%. Male literacy was 91.26% and female literacy was 75.98%.