Vakwad
Vakwad is a village located in Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Shirpur (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Dhule. As per 2009 stats, Vakwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Vakwad unique in its vibrant Shirpur-Dhule region. You’ll see Vakwad’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 Vakwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vakwad is 525955. The village spans a total geographical area of 209 hectares. Shirpur is nearest town to Vakwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Vakwad
Population of Vakwad
According to the 2011 Census, Vakwad has a total population of about 3,697, with approximately 1,836 males and 1,861 females. The sex ratio is around 1013 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 739 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,655. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.85%, with male literacy at about 50.00% and female literacy near 39.76%. There are around 622 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vakwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,697 | 1,836 | 1,861 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 739 | 384 | 355 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,655 | 1,816 | 1,839 |
| Literate Population | 1,658 | 918 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,039 | 918 | 1,121 |
Connectivity of Vakwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vakwad. As per the 2011 stats, Vakwad 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vakwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Vakwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vakwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vakwad
- Where is Vakwad located?
- Vakwad village is situated in Shirpur Tehsil, within the Dhule district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vakwad?
- Vakwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Vakwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vakwad is 3,697, with 1,836 males and 1,861 females.
- How many households are there in Vakwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vakwad village has a total of 622 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vakwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vakwad is 44.85%. The male literacy rate is 50.00%, while the female literacy rate is 39.76%.