Wakoli
Wakoli is a village located in Shahuwadi tehsil of Kolhapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Shahuwadi (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Kolhapur. As per 2009 stats, Parale Ninai is the gram panchayat of Wakoli village.
Here you can discover what makes Wakoli unique in its vibrant Shahuwadi-Kolhapur region. You’ll see Wakoli’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 Wakoli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakoli is 567022. The village spans a total geographical area of 562 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415101. Malkapur is nearest town to Wakoli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Wakoli
Population of Wakoli
According to the 2011 Census, Wakoli has a total population of about 720, with approximately 362 males and 358 females. The sex ratio is around 988 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 70 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.00%, with male literacy at about 68.78% and female literacy near 41.06%. There are around 127 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wakoli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 720 | 362 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 36 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 396 | 249 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 113 | 211 |
Connectivity of Wakoli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakoli. As per the 2011 stats, Wakoli 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 Wakoli
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakoli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakoli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakoli
- Where is Wakoli located?
- Wakoli village is situated in Shahuwadi Tehsil, within the Kolhapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakoli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wakoli is Parale Ninai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Wakoli?
- The pincode of Wakoli is 415101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wakoli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakoli is 720, with 362 males and 358 females.
- How many households are there in Wakoli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakoli village has a total of 127 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakoli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakoli is 55.00%. The male literacy rate is 68.78%, while the female literacy rate is 41.06%.