Wak - Bhadgaon, Jalgaon
Wak is a village situated in the Bhadgaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadgaon and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Wak village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wak is 527699. The village covers a total geographical area of 255 hectares and falls under the 424105 pincode. Pachora is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Wak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachora Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wak
As per Census 2011, Wak village has a total population of 1,539 people, consisting of 792 males and 747 females. The village has 348 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 941 literate and 598 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 322 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wak are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Wak
Wak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Wadajee | West | 2.35 km |
| Wadgaon Nalbandi | West | 4.29 km |
| Kothali | South | 4.58 km |
| Pandhrad | South-West | 4.70 km |
| Rupnagar | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Walwadi Kh. | North | 5.20 km |
| Picharde | South-West | 5.44 km |
| Walwadi Bk. | North | 5.81 km |
| Mahindale | North-West | 5.95 km |
| Wadgaon Bk. | South | 6.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wak
Wak is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nagardevla, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.3 km.
| 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 Wak is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Wak is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Wak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wak
Where is Wak located?
Wak village is located in Bhadgaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wak?
Wak is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wak?
The pincode of Wak is 424105.
What is the population of Wak?
Wak has a total population of 1,539, including 792 males and 747 females.
How many households are there in Wak?
There are 348 households in Wak.
What is the literacy rate in Wak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wak is 61.14%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 54.48%.