Wakwad
Wakwad is a village located in Bhum tehsil of Osmanabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Bhum (tehsildar office) and 81km away from district headquarter Osmanabad. As per 2009 stats, Wakwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Wakwad has its own place in the vibrant Osmanabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Wakwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakwad is 561208. The village spans a total geographical area of 1531.42 hectares. Washi is nearest town to Wakwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Wakwad
Population of Wakwad
Below is a concise population overview of Wakwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,383 | 738 | 645 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 119 | 89 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
Literate Population | 772 | 478 | 294 |
Illiterate Population | 611 | 260 | 351 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakwad village:
- The total population of Wakwad village is around 1,383, including approximately 738 males and 645 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 208 children aged 0–6 years in Wakwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Wakwad village has 66 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Wakwad village is about 55.82%, with male literacy at 64.77% and female literacy at 45.58%.
- There are around 279 households in Wakwad village.
Connectivity of Wakwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakwad. As per the 2011 stats, Wakwad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Wakwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakwad
- Where is Wakwad located?
- Wakwad village is situated in Bhum Tehsil, within the Osmanabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakwad?
- Wakwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wakwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakwad is 1,383, with 738 males and 645 females.
- How many households are there in Wakwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakwad village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakwad is 55.82%. The male literacy rate is 64.77%, while the female literacy rate is 45.58%.