Wedad - Zari-Jamani, Yavatmal
Wedad is a village situated in the Zari-Jamani tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Zari-jamani and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Weded serves as the Village Panchayat for Wedad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wedad is 543898. The village covers a total geographical area of 557.44 hectares and falls under the 445324 pincode. Wani is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Wedad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wedad
According to the 2011 Census, Wedad village had a total population of 597 people, including 313 males and 284 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.66%, with male literacy at 92.13% and female literacy at 76.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 86.
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 | 597 | 313 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 46 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 436 | 246 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 67 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Wedad
Wedad 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 Wedad
Public transport in the Wedad 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 Wani to Wedad is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Wedad is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wedad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wedad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wedad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wedad 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Wedad
Where is Wedad located?
Wedad village is located in Zari-Jamani Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wedad?
The Village Panchayat of Wedad is Weded.
What is the pincode of Wedad?
The pincode of Wedad is 445324.
What is the population of Wedad?
Wedad had a total population of 597, including 313 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Wedad?
Wedad had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wedad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wedad was 84.66%. Male literacy was 92.13% and female literacy was 76.61%.