Wakhari

Wakhari is a village located in Nandgaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Nandgaon (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Wakhari village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Wakhari unique in its vibrant Nandgaon-Nashik region. You’ll see Wakhari’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 Wakhari

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakhari is 550360. The village spans a total geographical area of 1242.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423106. Nandgaon is nearest town to Wakhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wakhari village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Nandgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Wakhari

According to the 2011 Census, Wakhari has a total population of about 2,528, with approximately 1,322 males and 1,206 females. The sex ratio is around 912 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 371 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 140 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 328. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.01%, with male literacy at about 72.09% and female literacy near 61.44%. There are around 501 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wakhari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,528 1,322 1,206
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 371 202 169
Scheduled Castes (SC) 140 70 70
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 328 158 170
Literate Population 1,694 953 741
Illiterate Population 834 369 465

Connectivity of Wakhari

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakhari. As per the 2011 stats, Wakhari 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 Wakhari

Knowing the nearby villages of Wakhari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakhari.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wakhari

Where is Wakhari located?
Wakhari village is situated in Nandgaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakhari?
Wakhari serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Wakhari?
The pincode of Wakhari is 423106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wakhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakhari is 2,528, with 1,322 males and 1,206 females.
How many households are there in Wakhari as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakhari village has a total of 501 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakhari as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakhari is 67.01%. The male literacy rate is 72.09%, while the female literacy rate is 61.44%.