Vakas
About Vakas
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Vakas village is 553549. Vakas village is located in Karjat tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Karjat (tehsildar office) and 89km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Vakas village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 424.62 hectares. Vakas has a total population of 1,408 peoples, out of which male population is 736 while female population is 672. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 913 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of vakas village is 66.55% out of which 71.88% males and 60.71% females are literate. There are about 271 houses in vakas village.
Karjat is nearest town to vakas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Vakas
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,408 | 736 | 672 |
| Children (0-6) | 169 | 97 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 244 | 119 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 529 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 471 | 207 | 264 |
Connectivity of Vakas
| 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 Vakas
Where is Vakas located?
Vakas village is situated in Karjat Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vakas?
Vakas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Vakas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vakas is 1,408, with 736 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Vakas as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Vakas village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vakas as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vakas is 66.55%. The male literacy rate is 71.88%, while the female literacy rate is 60.71%.