Wai
Wai is a village located in Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Digras (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Waillingi is the gram panchayat of Wai village.
Wai has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Wai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wai is 542657. The village spans a total geographical area of 475 hectares. Digras is nearest town to Wai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Wai
Population of Wai
Below is a concise population overview of Wai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 646 | 355 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 102 | 134 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wai village:
- The total population of Wai village is around 882, including approximately 457 males and 425 females, with a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 110 children aged 0–6 years in Wai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wai village has 90 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wai village is about 73.24%, with male literacy at 77.68% and female literacy at 68.47%.
- There are around 181 households in Wai village.
Connectivity of Wai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wai. As per the 2011 stats, Wai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wai
Knowing the nearby villages of Wai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wai
- Where is Wai located?
- Wai village is situated in Digras Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wai is Waillingi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wai is 882, with 457 males and 425 females.
- How many households are there in Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wai village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wai is 73.24%. The male literacy rate is 77.68%, while the female literacy rate is 68.47%.