Wai
Wai is a village located in Kelapur tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharkaoda (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Wai village is also a gram panchayat.
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 543485. The village spans a total geographical area of 775.44 hectares. Pandharkaoda is nearest town to Wai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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 | 940 | 473 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 62 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 615 | 306 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 628 | 343 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 312 | 130 | 182 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wai village:
- The total population of Wai village is around 940, including approximately 473 males and 467 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 123 children aged 0–6 years in Wai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wai village has 138 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 615 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wai village is about 66.81%, with male literacy at 72.52% and female literacy at 61.03%.
- There are around 251 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 5 - 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 Kelapur Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wai?
- Wai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wai is 940, with 473 males and 467 females.
- How many households are there in Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wai village has a total of 251 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wai is 66.81%. The male literacy rate is 72.52%, while the female literacy rate is 61.03%.