Wakadi
Wakadi is a village located in Rahta tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Rahta (tehsildar office) and 80km 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 557598. The village spans a total geographical area of 3768 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413719. Shrirampur is nearest town to Wakadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km 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 Kopargaon 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 | 11,930 | 6,185 | 5,745 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,420 | 763 | 657 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,747 | 879 | 868 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 426 | 401 |
| Literate Population | 8,663 | 4,835 | 3,828 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,267 | 1,350 | 1,917 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakadi village:
- The total population of Wakadi village is around 11,930, including approximately 6,185 males and 5,745 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,420 children aged 0–6 years in Wakadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wakadi village has 1,747 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 827 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wakadi village is about 72.62%, with male literacy at 78.17% and female literacy at 66.63%.
- There are around 2,467 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 village |
| 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 Rahta 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 pincode of Wakadi?
- The pincode of Wakadi is 413719, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakadi is 11,930, with 6,185 males and 5,745 females.
- How many households are there in Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakadi village has a total of 2,467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakadi is 72.62%. The male literacy rate is 78.17%, while the female literacy rate is 66.63%.