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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Wakadi village had a total population of 981 people, including 517 males and 464 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.10%, with male literacy at 83.82% and female literacy at 59.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Wakadi?
Wakadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wakadi?
The pincode of Wakadi is 431150.
What is the population of Wakadi?
Wakadi had a total population of 981, including 517 males and 464 females.
How many households are there in Wakadi?
Wakadi had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakadi was 72.10%. Male literacy was 83.82% and female literacy was 59.10%.