Wakal

Wakal is a village located in Lakhani tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhani (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Wakal village is also a gram panchayat.

Wakal has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara 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 Wakal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakal is 537259. The village spans a total geographical area of 380.33 hectares. Bhandara is nearest town to Wakal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Wakal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,210 624 586
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 61 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) 268 137 131
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 890 514 376
Illiterate Population 320 110 210

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

  • The total population of Wakal village is around 1,210, including approximately 624 males and 586 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Wakal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wakal village has 268 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Wakal village is about 73.55%, with male literacy at 82.37% and female literacy at 64.16%.
  • There are around 275 households in Wakal village.

Connectivity of Wakal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakal. As per the 2011 stats, Wakal 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wakal

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Wakal

Where is Wakal located?
Wakal village is situated in Lakhani Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakal?
Wakal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Wakal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakal is 1,210, with 624 males and 586 females.
How many households are there in Wakal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakal village has a total of 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakal is 73.55%. The male literacy rate is 82.37%, while the female literacy rate is 64.16%.