Wai (Ijara) - Ner, Yavatmal
Wai (Ijara) is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Wai I serves as the Village Panchayat for Wai (Ijara) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wai (Ijara) is 542000. The village covers a total geographical area of 442.6 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Wai (Ijara) 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 (Ijara)
According to the 2011 Census, Wai (Ijara) village had a total population of 1,269 people, including 654 males and 615 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.55%, with male literacy at 91.98% and female literacy at 86.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | 654 | 615 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 68 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 169 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,011 | 539 | 472 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 115 | 143 |
Nearby Villages of Wai (Ijara)
Wai (Ijara) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sidhakpur | West | 1.59 km |
| Fattepur | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Mukindpur | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Indrathana | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Ratnapur | West | 3.01 km |
| Ajanti | North | 3.38 km |
| Chinchgaon | South | 3.77 km |
| Raipur | North | 3.99 km |
| Mirapur | West | 4.26 km |
| Injapur | East | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wai (Ijara)
Wai (Ijara) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darwha to Wai (Ijara) is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wai (Ijara) is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wai (Ijara)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wai (Ijara) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wai (Ijara)
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 (Ijara) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Wai (Ijara)
Where is Wai (Ijara) located?
Wai (Ijara) village is located in Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wai (Ijara)?
The Village Panchayat of Wai (Ijara) is Wai I.
What is the pincode of Wai (Ijara)?
The pincode of Wai (Ijara) is 445102.
What is the population of Wai (Ijara)?
Wai (Ijara) had a total population of 1,269, including 654 males and 615 females.
How many households are there in Wai (Ijara)?
Wai (Ijara) had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wai (Ijara)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wai (Ijara) was 89.55%. Male literacy was 91.98% and female literacy was 86.92%.