Waked
About Waked
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Waked village is 565955. Waked village is located in Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Lanja (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Waked village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 988 hectares. Waked has a total population of 1,346 peoples, out of which male population is 622 while female population is 724. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1163 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of waked village is 65.97% out of which 77.17% males and 56.35% females are literate. There are about 349 houses in waked village.
When it comes to administration, Waked village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Waked village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to waked village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Waked
The population details of Waked cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,346 | 622 | 724 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 117 | 53 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 888 | 480 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 142 | 316 |
Connectivity of Waked
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waked
Where is Waked located?
Waked village is situated in Lanja Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Waked?
Waked serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Waked as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Waked is 1,346, with 622 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Waked as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Waked village has a total of 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waked as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Waked is 65.97%. The male literacy rate is 77.17%, while the female literacy rate is 56.35%.