Wakad
About Wakad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wakad village is 551362. Wakad village is located in Niphad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Niphad (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Vakad is the gram panchayat of Wakad village.
The total geographical area of village is 917.67 hectares. Wakad has a total population of 3,179 peoples, out of which male population is 1,662 while female population is 1,517. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 912 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wakad village is 67.47% out of which 73.77% males and 60.58% females are literate. There are about 690 houses in wakad village. Pincode of wakad village locality is 422305.
When it comes to administration, Wakad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Wakad village comes under Yevla Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dindori Lok Sabha constituency. Nashik is nearest town to wakad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Wakad
The population details of Wakad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,179 | 1,662 | 1,517 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 434 | 244 | 190 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 185 | 108 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 982 | 502 | 480 |
| Literate Population | 2,145 | 1,226 | 919 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,034 | 436 | 598 |
Connectivity of Wakad
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wakad
Where is Wakad located?
Wakad village is situated in Niphad Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakad?
The Gram Panchayat of Wakad is Vakad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wakad?
The pincode of Wakad is 422305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakad is 3,179, with 1,662 males and 1,517 females.
How many households are there in Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakad village has a total of 690 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakad is 67.47%. The male literacy rate is 73.77%, while the female literacy rate is 60.58%.