Wakla
Wakla is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 45km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Wakla village is also a gram panchayat.
Wakla 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 Wakla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakla is 549014. The village spans a total geographical area of 3841 hectares. Vaijapur is nearest town to Wakla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wakla 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 Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wakla
Population of Wakla
Below is a concise population overview of Wakla 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 | 5,193 | 2,694 | 2,499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 789 | 414 | 375 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 266 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 137 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 3,122 | 1,825 | 1,297 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,071 | 869 | 1,202 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakla village:
- The total population of Wakla village is around 5,193, including approximately 2,694 males and 2,499 females, with a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 789 children aged 0–6 years in Wakla village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wakla village has 482 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 281 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wakla village is about 60.12%, with male literacy at 67.74% and female literacy at 51.90%.
- There are around 1,056 households in Wakla village.
Connectivity of Wakla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakla. As per the 2011 stats, Wakla 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wakla
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakla
- Where is Wakla located?
- Wakla village is situated in Vaijapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakla?
- Wakla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wakla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakla is 5,193, with 2,694 males and 2,499 females.
- How many households are there in Wakla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakla village has a total of 1,056 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakla is 60.12%. The male literacy rate is 67.74%, while the female literacy rate is 51.90%.