Wakna
About Wakna
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wakna village is 022366. Wakna village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 349.06 hectares. Wakna has a total population of 1,216 peoples, out of which male population is 631 while female population is 585. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 927 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wakna village is 71.38% out of which 77.65% males and 64.62% females are literate. There are about 261 houses in wakna village. Pincode of wakna village locality is 173234.
When it comes to administration, Wakna village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Wakna village comes under Solan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to wakna village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Wakna
The population details of Wakna cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,216 | 631 | 585 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 166 | 74 | 92 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 302 | 147 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 868 | 490 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 348 | 141 | 207 |
Connectivity of Wakna
| 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 |
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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%.