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.
Here you can discover what makes Vakas unique in its vibrant Karjat-Raigarh region. You’ll see Vakas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Vakas
Population of Vakas
According to the 2011 Census, Vakas has a total population of about 1,408, with approximately 736 males and 672 females. The sex ratio is around 913 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 53 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 244. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.55%, with male literacy at about 71.88% and female literacy near 60.71%. There are around 271 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vakas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.