Wakana
Wakana is a village located in Sangrampur tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Sangrampur (tehsildar office) and 105km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Wakana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wakana unique in its vibrant Sangrampur-Buldana region. You’ll see Wakana’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Wakana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakana is 528359. The village spans a total geographical area of 586.36 hectares. Jalgaon Jamod is nearest town to Wakana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Wakana
Population of Wakana
According to the 2011 Census, Wakana has a total population of about 1,678, with approximately 830 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 352 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 18. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.84%, with male literacy at about 79.40% and female literacy near 68.40%. There are around 436 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wakana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,678 | 830 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 109 | 119 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 352 | 170 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,239 | 659 | 580 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 171 | 268 |
Connectivity of Wakana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakana. As per the 2011 stats, Wakana 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 Wakana
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakana
- Where is Wakana located?
- Wakana village is situated in Sangrampur Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakana?
- Wakana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakana is 1,678, with 830 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Wakana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakana village has a total of 436 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakana is 73.84%. The male literacy rate is 79.40%, while the female literacy rate is 68.40%.