Wakadi - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Wakadi is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Soegaon and around 120 km from Aurangabad. Wakadi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakadi is 548454. The village covers a total geographical area of 617.88 hectares and falls under the 431150 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Wakadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kannad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakadi
As per Census 2011, Wakadi village has a total population of 981 people, consisting of 517 males and 464 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 897 females per 1,000 males. There are 135 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wakadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 981 | 517 | 464 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 33 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 373 | 237 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 144 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Wakadi
Wakadi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wakadi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Wakadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pachora to Wakadi is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Wakadi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakadi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wakadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Wakadi
Where is Wakadi located?
Wakadi village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakadi?
Wakadi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wakadi?
The pincode of Wakadi is 431150.
What is the population of Wakadi?
Wakadi has a total population of 981, including 517 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Wakadi?
There are 212 households in Wakadi.
What is the literacy rate in Wakadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakadi is 62.18%. Male literacy is 72.15% and female literacy is 51.08%.