Wadkhal

Wadkhal is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Vadakhal is the gram panchayat of Wadkhal village.

Wadkhal 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 Wadkhal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wadkhal is 553850. The village spans a total geographical area of 252.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 402107. Pen is nearest town to Wadkhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.

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Population of Wadkhal

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,419 1,808 1,611
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 423 221 202
Scheduled Castes (SC) 61 34 27
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 248 124 124
Literate Population 2,444 1,399 1,045
Illiterate Population 975 409 566

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

  • The total population of Wadkhal village is around 3,419, including approximately 1,808 males and 1,611 females, with a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 423 children aged 0–6 years in Wadkhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wadkhal village has 61 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 248 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wadkhal village is about 71.48%, with male literacy at 77.38% and female literacy at 64.87%.
  • There are around 802 households in Wadkhal village.

Connectivity of Wadkhal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wadkhal. As per the 2011 stats, Wadkhal 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Wadkhal

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wadkhal

Where is Wadkhal located?
Wadkhal village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wadkhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Wadkhal is Vadakhal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wadkhal?
The pincode of Wadkhal is 402107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wadkhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wadkhal is 3,419, with 1,808 males and 1,611 females.
How many households are there in Wadkhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wadkhal village has a total of 802 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wadkhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wadkhal is 71.48%. The male literacy rate is 77.38%, while the female literacy rate is 64.87%.