Vake - Malegaon, Nashik
Vake is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Wake serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vake village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vake is 550236. The village covers a total geographical area of 839 hectares and falls under the 423201 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Vake village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vake
As per Census 2011, Vake village has a total population of 2,467 people, consisting of 1,284 males and 1,183 females. The village has 497 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 347 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,787 literate and 680 illiterate residents. Additionally, 185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 349 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vake are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,467 | 1,284 | 1,183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 196 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 104 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 167 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 1,787 | 996 | 791 |
| Illiterate Population | 680 | 288 | 392 |
Nearby Villages of Vake
Vake 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nandgaon Kh. | West | 2.09 km |
| Aghar Kh | North-West | 2.98 km |
| Takali | South | 3.20 km |
| Mungase | East | 3.47 km |
| Patane | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Saundane | South-West | 5.15 km |
| Sonaj | South-East | 5.43 km |
| Nandgaon | West | 5.47 km |
| Aghar Bk | North-West | 6.13 km |
| Chinchavad | West | 6.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vake
Vake is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Panevadi, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.2 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 Malegaon to Vake is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Vake is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vake
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vake village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Vake
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vake village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vake
Where is Vake located?
Vake village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vake?
The Gram Panchayat of Vake is Wake.
What is the pincode of Vake?
The pincode of Vake is 423201.
What is the population of Vake?
Vake has a total population of 2,467, including 1,284 males and 1,183 females.
How many households are there in Vake?
There are 497 households in Vake.
What is the literacy rate in Vake?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vake is 72.44%. Male literacy is 77.57% and female literacy is 66.86%.