Wakadi
Wakadi is a village located in Nevasa tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Nevasa (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Wakadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Wakadi has its own place in the vibrant Ahmadnagar 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 Wakadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakadi is 557733. The village spans a total geographical area of 692 hectares. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Wakadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wakadi 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 Nevasa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shirdi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wakadi
Population of Wakadi
Below is a concise population overview of Wakadi 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 | 2,387 | 1,236 | 1,151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 158 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 131 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 65 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 1,608 | 923 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 313 | 466 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakadi village:
- The total population of Wakadi village is around 2,387, including approximately 1,236 males and 1,151 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 289 children aged 0–6 years in Wakadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wakadi village has 249 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 125 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wakadi village is about 67.36%, with male literacy at 74.68% and female literacy at 59.51%.
- There are around 497 households in Wakadi village.
Connectivity of Wakadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakadi. As per the 2011 stats, Wakadi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wakadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakadi
- Where is Wakadi located?
- Wakadi village is situated in Nevasa Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakadi?
- Wakadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakadi is 2,387, with 1,236 males and 1,151 females.
- How many households are there in Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakadi village has a total of 497 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakadi is 67.36%. The male literacy rate is 74.68%, while the female literacy rate is 59.51%.