Wadad Bra - Mahagaon, Yavatmal
Wadad Bra is a village situated in the Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahagaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wadad Bra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadad Bra is 543077. The village covers a total geographical area of 1345 hectares and falls under the 445205 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Wadad Bra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wadad Bra
As per Census 2011, Wadad Bra village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 318 males and 312 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 384 literate and 246 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 353 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wadad Bra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 318 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 136 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 176 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 217 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 101 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Wadad Bra
Wadad Bra is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sevadas Nagar | East | 2.63 km |
| Brahmi | South | 3.06 km |
| Nandipur | West | 4.00 km |
| Khamalwadi | South | 4.26 km |
| Belgavhan | North-West | 5.21 km |
| Sai (ijara) | East | 5.68 km |
| Jawahar Nagar | West | 5.81 km |
| Katarwadi | South | 5.92 km |
| Ghatodi | West | 6.29 km |
| Vasantpur Kharda | North | 6.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wadad Bra
Public transport in the Wadad Bra is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanhargaon Naka, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.2 km.
| 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 Pusad to Wadad Bra is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wadad Bra is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wadad Bra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wadad Bra 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 Wadad Bra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wadad Bra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wadad Bra
Where is Wadad Bra located?
Wadad Bra village is located in Mahagaon Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadad Bra?
Wadad Bra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wadad Bra?
The pincode of Wadad Bra is 445205.
What is the population of Wadad Bra?
Wadad Bra has a total population of 630, including 318 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Wadad Bra?
There are 143 households in Wadad Bra.
What is the literacy rate in Wadad Bra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadad Bra is 60.95%. Male literacy is 68.24% and female literacy is 53.53%.