Vakas

Vakas is a village 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.

Vakas has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Vakas

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vakas is 553549. The village spans a total geographical area of 424.62 hectares. Karjat is nearest town to Vakas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Vakas

Below is a concise population overview of Vakas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,408 736 672
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vakas village:

  • The total population of Vakas village is around 1,408, including approximately 736 males and 672 females, with a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Vakas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Vakas village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 244 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Vakas village is about 66.55%, with male literacy at 71.88% and female literacy at 60.71%.
  • There are around 271 households in Vakas village.

Connectivity of Vakas

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vakas. As per the 2011 stats, Vakas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Vakas

Knowing the nearby villages of Vakas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vakas.

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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%.