Wedad Village - 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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Wedad village has a total population of 597 people, consisting of 313 males and 284 females. The village has 157 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 436 literate and 161 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 86 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wedad are given below:
| Particulars | 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 gram panchayat of Wedad?
The Gram Panchayat of Wedad is Weded.
What is the pincode of Wedad?
The pincode of Wedad is 445324.
What is the population of Wedad?
Wedad has a total population of 597, including 313 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Wedad?
There are 157 households in Wedad.
What is the literacy rate in Wedad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wedad is 73.03%. Male literacy is 78.59% and female literacy is 66.90%.