Wak
Wak is a village located in Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bhadgaon (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Wak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wak unique in its vibrant Bhadgaon-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Wak’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 Wak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wak is 527699. The village spans a total geographical area of 255 hectares. Pachora is nearest town to Wak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wak village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the pachora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wak
Population of Wak
According to the 2011 Census, Wak has a total population of about 1,539, with approximately 792 males and 747 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 301 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 322. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.14%, with male literacy at about 67.42% and female literacy near 54.48%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,539 | 792 | 747 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 154 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 159 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 941 | 534 | 407 |
| Illiterate Population | 598 | 258 | 340 |
Connectivity of Wak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wak. As per the 2011 stats, Wak 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wak
Knowing the nearby villages of Wak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wak
- Where is Wak located?
- Wak village is situated in Bhadgaon Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wak?
- Wak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wak is 1,539, with 792 males and 747 females.
- How many households are there in Wak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wak village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wak is 61.14%. The male literacy rate is 67.42%, while the female literacy rate is 54.48%.