Waki - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Waki is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Jamkhed and around 95 km from Ahmadnagar. Waki village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waki is 558696. The village covers a total geographical area of 1273 hectares and falls under the 413204 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Waki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waki
According to the 2011 Census, Waki village had a total population of 1,654 people, including 889 males and 765 females, living in 327 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.29%, with male literacy at 76.26% and female literacy at 59.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 20.
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 | 1,654 | 889 | 765 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 118 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 146 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 982 | 588 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 301 | 371 |
Nearby Villages of Waki
Waki 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 Waki
Waki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ahmadnagar to Waki is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waki 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 Waki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waki 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Waki
Where is Waki located?
Waki village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waki?
Waki is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waki?
The pincode of Waki is 413204.
What is the population of Waki?
Waki had a total population of 1,654, including 889 males and 765 females.
How many households are there in Waki?
Waki had 327 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waki was 68.29%. Male literacy was 76.26% and female literacy was 59.07%.