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
As per Census 2011, Wai Mendhi village has a total population of 882 people, consisting of 457 males and 425 females. The village has 181 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 646 literate and 236 illiterate residents. Additionally, 90 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wai Mendhi are given below:
| 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 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 882, including 457 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Wai Mendhi?
There are 181 households in Wai Mendhi.
What is the literacy rate in Wai Mendhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wai Mendhi is 73.24%. Male literacy is 77.68% and female literacy is 68.47%.