Vaki - Baramati, Pune
Vaki is a village situated in the Baramati tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baramati and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Vaki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaki is 556925. The village covers a total geographical area of 985.54 hectares and falls under the 412306 pincode. Baramati is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Vaki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vaki
As per Census 2011, Vaki village has a total population of 1,761 people, consisting of 915 males and 846 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,274 literate and 487 illiterate residents. Additionally, 152 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,761 | 915 | 846 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 107 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,274 | 713 | 561 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 202 | 285 |
Nearby Villages of Vaki
Vaki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Magarwadi | South | 2.27 km |
| Chopadaj | East | 2.43 km |
| Umbarwadi | North-West | 2.71 km |
| Kanadwadi | North-East | 2.87 km |
| Deulwadi | South-West | 3.28 km |
| Sastewadi | South | 3.48 km |
| Moralwadi | North | 4.04 km |
| Chaudhar Wadi | West | 4.06 km |
| Karanje | South-West | 4.36 km |
| Karanjepul | South | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Vaki
Vaki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nira, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baramati to Vaki is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Vaki is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaki 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vaki
Where is Vaki located?
Vaki village is located in Baramati Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vaki?
Vaki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vaki?
The pincode of Vaki is 412306.
What is the population of Vaki?
Vaki has a total population of 1,761, including 915 males and 846 females.
How many households are there in Vaki?
There are 352 households in Vaki.
What is the literacy rate in Vaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaki is 72.35%. Male literacy is 77.92% and female literacy is 66.31%.