Wankhed
Wankhed is a village located in Sangrampur tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Sangrampur (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Wankhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wankhed unique in its vibrant Sangrampur-Buldana region. You’ll see Wankhed’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 Wankhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wankhed is 528368. The village spans a total geographical area of 2063.26 hectares. Shegaon is nearest town to Wankhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Wankhed
Population of Wankhed
According to the 2011 Census, Wankhed has a total population of about 6,026, with approximately 3,095 males and 2,931 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 732 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,426 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 57. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.10%, with male literacy at about 78.84% and female literacy near 69.09%. There are around 1,350 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wankhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,026 | 3,095 | 2,931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 732 | 395 | 337 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,426 | 726 | 700 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 4,465 | 2,440 | 2,025 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,561 | 655 | 906 |
Connectivity of Wankhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wankhed. As per the 2011 stats, Wankhed 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 Wankhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Wankhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wankhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wankhed
- Where is Wankhed located?
- Wankhed village is situated in Sangrampur Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wankhed?
- Wankhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wankhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wankhed is 6,026, with 3,095 males and 2,931 females.
- How many households are there in Wankhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wankhed village has a total of 1,350 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wankhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wankhed is 74.10%. The male literacy rate is 78.84%, while the female literacy rate is 69.09%.