Wankheda
Wankheda is a village located in Jafferabad tehsil of Jalna district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jafferabad (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Jalna. As per 2009 stats, Wankheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wankheda unique in its vibrant Jafferabad-Jalna region. You’ll see Wankheda’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 Wankheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wankheda is 547453. The village spans a total geographical area of 193.88 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Wankheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Wankheda
Population of Wankheda
According to the 2011 Census, Wankheda has a total population of about 746, with approximately 396 males and 350 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 30 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.93%, with male literacy at about 70.71% and female literacy near 52.00%. There are around 162 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wankheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 746 | 396 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 462 | 280 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 116 | 168 |
Connectivity of Wankheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wankheda. As per the 2011 stats, Wankheda 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 Wankheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Wankheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wankheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wankheda
- Where is Wankheda located?
- Wankheda village is situated in Jafferabad Tehsil, within the Jalna district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wankheda?
- Wankheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wankheda is 746, with 396 males and 350 females.
- How many households are there in Wankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wankheda village has a total of 162 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wankheda is 61.93%. The male literacy rate is 70.71%, while the female literacy rate is 52.00%.