Wakkund
About Wakkund
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wakkund village is 598127. Wakkund village is located in Sampgaon taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sampagaon (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Vakkund is the gram panchayat of Wakkund village.
The total geographical area of village is 1832.6 hectares. Wakkund has a total population of 5,786 peoples, out of which male population is 2,953 while female population is 2,833. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 959 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wakkund village is 63.50% out of which 71.86% males and 54.78% females are literate. There are about 1,156 houses in wakkund village. Pincode of wakkund village locality is 591115.
When it comes to administration, Wakkund 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, Wakkund village comes under Bailhongal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Belagavi Lok Sabha constituency. Bailhongal is nearest town to wakkund village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Wakkund
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,786 | 2,953 | 2,833 |
| Literate Population | 3,674 | 2,122 | 1,552 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,112 | 831 | 1,281 |
Connectivity of Wakkund
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wakkund
Where is Wakkund located?
Wakkund village is situated in Sampgaon Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakkund?
The Gram Panchayat of Wakkund is Vakkund (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wakkund?
The pincode of Wakkund is 591115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wakkund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakkund is 5,786, with 2,953 males and 2,833 females.
How many households are there in Wakkund as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakkund village has a total of 1,156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakkund as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakkund is 63.50%. The male literacy rate is 71.86%, while the female literacy rate is 54.78%.