Wazar

Wazar is a village located in Khanapur tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Vita (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Wajar is the gram panchayat of Wazar village.

Here you can discover what makes Wazar unique in its vibrant Khanapur-Sangli region. You’ll see Wazar’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 Wazar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wazar is 568539. The village spans a total geographical area of 528 hectares. Vita is nearest town to Wazar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wazar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Wazar

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Population of Wazar

According to the 2011 Census, Wazar has a total population of about 1,615, with approximately 829 males and 786 females. The sex ratio is around 948 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 208 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.60%, with male literacy at about 79.25% and female literacy near 71.76%. There are around 333 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wazar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,615 829 786
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 187 102 85
Scheduled Castes (SC) 208 110 98
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 4 1
Literate Population 1,221 657 564
Illiterate Population 394 172 222

Connectivity of Wazar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wazar. As per the 2011 stats, Wazar 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 Wazar

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wazar

Where is Wazar located?
Wazar village is situated in Khanapur Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wazar?
The Gram Panchayat of Wazar is Wajar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Wazar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wazar is 1,615, with 829 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Wazar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wazar village has a total of 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wazar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wazar is 75.60%. The male literacy rate is 79.25%, while the female literacy rate is 71.76%.