Walki Bk - Hadgaon, Nanded
Walki Bk is a village situated in the Hadgaon tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hadgaon and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Walki (bk) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Walki Bk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Walki Bk is 544599. The village covers a total geographical area of 448.86 hectares and falls under the 431712 pincode. Hadgoan is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Walki Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hadgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Walki Bk
As per Census 2011, Walki Bk village has a total population of 1,190 people, consisting of 614 males and 576 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 160 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 861 literate and 329 illiterate residents. Additionally, 290 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Walki Bk are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,190 | 614 | 576 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 86 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 290 | 148 | 142 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 488 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 329 | 126 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Walki Bk
Walki Bk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kopra | North-West | 1.71 km |
| Ashti | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Walki(kh) | North | 2.81 km |
| Dhanora (tamsa) | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Umri (ja) | South-West | 3.76 km |
| Shivani | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Kanjara (kh) | West | 4.13 km |
| Takarala | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Kolgaon | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Borgaon (tamsa) | East | 5.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Walki Bk
Walki Bk is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Hadgaon Road, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.2 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 Hadgoan to Walki Bk is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Walki Bk is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Walki Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Walki Bk 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 Walki Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Walki Bk 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 Walki Bk
Where is Walki Bk located?
Walki Bk village is located in Hadgaon Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Walki Bk?
The Gram Panchayat of Walki Bk is Walki (bk).
What is the pincode of Walki Bk?
The pincode of Walki Bk is 431712.
What is the population of Walki Bk?
Walki Bk has a total population of 1,190, including 614 males and 576 females.
How many households are there in Walki Bk?
There are 243 households in Walki Bk.
What is the literacy rate in Walki Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Walki Bk is 72.35%. Male literacy is 79.48% and female literacy is 64.76%.