Wako - Korchi, Gadchiroli
Wako is a village situated in the Korchi tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Korchi and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Armurkasa serves as the Village Panchayat for Wako village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wako is 538836. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.19 hectares and falls under the 441209 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Wako village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Wako
According to the 2011 Census, Wako village had a total population of 683 people, including 333 males and 350 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.88%, with male literacy at 81.91% and female literacy at 60.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 512.
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 | 683 | 333 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 512 | 245 | 267 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 240 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 93 | 164 |
Nearby Villages of Wako
Wako 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 Wako
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Wako.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Wako is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Wako is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wako
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wako 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Wako
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wako 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 Wako
Where is Wako located?
Wako village is located in Korchi Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wako?
The Village Panchayat of Wako is Armurkasa.
What is the pincode of Wako?
The pincode of Wako is 441209.
What is the population of Wako?
Wako had a total population of 683, including 333 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Wako?
Wako had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wako?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wako was 70.88%. Male literacy was 81.91% and female literacy was 60.39%.