Waki - Vikramgad, Palghar
Waki is a village situated in the Vikramgad tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Vikramgad and around 120 km from Thane. Waki village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waki is 551801. The village covers a total geographical area of 753 hectares and falls under the 421303 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Waki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waki
According to the 2011 Census, Waki village had a total population of 1,534 people, including 763 males and 771 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 1,010 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.47%, with male literacy at 79.38% and female literacy at 59.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,503.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,534 | 763 | 771 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 224 | 118 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,503 | 750 | 753 |
| Literate Population | 910 | 512 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 624 | 251 | 373 |
Nearby Villages of Waki
Waki is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Waki
Waki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Waki is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Waki is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Waki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Waki
Where is Waki located?
Waki village is located in Vikramgad Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waki?
Waki is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waki?
The pincode of Waki is 421303.
What is the population of Waki?
Waki had a total population of 1,534, including 763 males and 771 females.
How many households are there in Waki?
Waki had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waki was 69.47%. Male literacy was 79.38% and female literacy was 59.85%.