Waked - Lanja, Ratnagiri
Waked is a village situated in the Lanja tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanja and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Waked village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Waked is 565955. The village covers a total geographical area of 988 hectares and falls under the 415643 pincode. Rajapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Waked village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Waked
According to the 2011 Census, Waked village had a total population of 1,346 people, including 622 males and 724 females, living in 349 households. The sex ratio was 1,164 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.85%, with male literacy at 86.49% and female literacy at 61.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,346 | 622 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 53 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 888 | 480 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 458 | 142 | 316 |
Nearby Villages of Waked
Waked is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Borthade | South-West | 1.97 km |
| Panhale | North | 2.50 km |
| Kuve | North-West | 3.28 km |
| Vangule | West | 3.30 km |
| Vervali Kh. | North-East | 3.46 km |
| Vilavade | East | 3.62 km |
| Watul | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Anandgaon | North | 4.08 km |
| Mandrul | South | 4.15 km |
| Nivkholwadi | South-West | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Waked
Waked is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Vilavade, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajapur to Waked is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Waked is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Waked
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Waked village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Waked
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Waked village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Waked
Where is Waked located?
Waked village is located in Lanja Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Waked?
Waked is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Waked?
The pincode of Waked is 415643.
What is the population of Waked?
Waked had a total population of 1,346, including 622 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Waked?
Waked had 349 households.
What is the literacy rate in Waked?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Waked was 72.85%. Male literacy was 86.49% and female literacy was 61.45%.