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.

Vakwad has its own place in the vibrant Dhule region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Vakwad

Below is a concise population overview of Vakwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vakwad village:

  • The total population of Vakwad village is around 3,697, including approximately 1,836 males and 1,861 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 739 children aged 0–6 years in Vakwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vakwad village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3,655 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Vakwad village is about 44.85%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 39.76%.
  • There are around 622 households in Vakwad village.

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.

Malkatar Gadhaddeo Gurhadpani Kakadmal Durbadya Umarda Kodid Chakadu Borpani Fattepur Wakapada

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%.