Wankan - Waghai, Dangs
Wankan is a village situated in the Waghai taluka of Dangs district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from Ahwa and around 42 km from Ahwa. Godadiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wankan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wankan is 522564. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 394715 pincode. Vyara is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Wankan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dangs Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wankan
According to the 2011 Census, Wankan village had a total population of 124 people, including 63 males and 61 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.69%, with male literacy at 81.48% and female literacy at 84.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 63 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 44 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 19 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Wankan
Wankan 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 Wankan
Public transport in the Wankan is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Vyara to Wankan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ahwa to Wankan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wankan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wankan 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 Wankan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wankan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wankan
Where is Wankan located?
Wankan village is located in Waghai Taluka, Dangs district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wankan?
The Gram Panchayat of Wankan is Godadiya.
What is the pincode of Wankan?
The pincode of Wankan is 394715.
What is the population of Wankan?
Wankan had a total population of 124, including 63 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Wankan?
Wankan had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wankan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wankan was 82.69%. Male literacy was 81.48% and female literacy was 84.00%.