Wai - Digras, Yavatmal
Wai is a village situated in the Digras tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digras and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Waimendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wai is 542711. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.46 hectares and falls under the 445203 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
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 Wai
As per Census 2011, Wai village has a total population of 1,220 people, consisting of 606 males and 614 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 144 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 925 literate and 295 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,220 | 606 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 84 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 132 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 478 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 295 | 128 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Wai
Wai 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
Public transport in the Wai 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 is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wai is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Wai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Wai
Where is Wai located?
Wai village is located in Digras Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wai?
The Gram Panchayat of Wai is Waimendi.
What is the pincode of Wai?
The pincode of Wai is 445203.
What is the population of Wai?
Wai has a total population of 1,220, including 606 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Wai?
There are 276 households in Wai.
What is the literacy rate in Wai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wai is 75.82%. Male literacy is 78.88% and female literacy is 72.80%.