Wakad

Wakad is a village located in Kannad tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Kannad (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Wakod is the gram panchayat of Wakad village.

Wakad has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Wakad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakad is 548276. The village spans a total geographical area of 1202.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431147. Kannad is nearest town to Wakad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Wakad

Below is a concise population overview of Wakad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,692 1,402 1,290
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 417 209 208
Scheduled Castes (SC) 224 121 103
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 57 29 28
Literate Population 1,600 988 612
Illiterate Population 1,092 414 678

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakad village:

  • The total population of Wakad village is around 2,692, including approximately 1,402 males and 1,290 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 417 children aged 0–6 years in Wakad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wakad village has 224 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 57 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wakad village is about 59.44%, with male literacy at 70.47% and female literacy at 47.44%.
  • There are around 596 households in Wakad village.

Connectivity of Wakad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakad. As per the 2011 stats, Wakad 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 Wakad

Knowing the nearby villages of Wakad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wakad

Where is Wakad located?
Wakad village is situated in Kannad Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakad?
The Gram Panchayat of Wakad is Wakod (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wakad?
The pincode of Wakad is 431147, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakad is 2,692, with 1,402 males and 1,290 females.
How many households are there in Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakad village has a total of 596 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakad is 59.44%. The male literacy rate is 70.47%, while the female literacy rate is 47.44%.