Wakna
Wakna is a village located in Kandaghat tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from district headquarter Kandaghat. Kandaghat is the sub-district headquarter of Wakna village. As per 2009 stats, Wakna village is also a gram panchayat.
Wakna has its own place in the vibrant Solan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Wakna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakna is 022366. The village spans a total geographical area of 349.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 173234. Shimla is nearest town to Wakna village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Wakna village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wakna
Population of Wakna
Below is a concise population overview of Wakna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 631 | 585 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 74 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 147 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 490 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 141 | 207 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakna village:
- The total population of Wakna village is around 1,216, including approximately 631 males and 585 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Wakna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wakna village has 302 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wakna village is about 71.38%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 64.62%.
- There are around 261 households in Wakna village.
Connectivity of Wakna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakna. As per the 2011 stats, Wakna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wakna
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakna
- Where is Wakna located?
- Wakna village is situated in Kandaghat Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakna?
- Wakna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Wakna?
- The pincode of Wakna is 173234, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wakna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakna is 1,216, with 631 males and 585 females.
- How many households are there in Wakna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakna village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakna is 71.38%. The male literacy rate is 77.65%, while the female literacy rate is 64.62%.