Wakurde Bk
Wakurde Bk is a village located in Shirala tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Shirala (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Wakurde Bk village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wakurde Bk unique in its vibrant Shirala-Sangli region. You’ll see Wakurde Bk’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 Wakurde Bk
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakurde Bk is 568275. The village spans a total geographical area of 1264.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415408. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Wakurde Bk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wakurde Bk 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 Shirala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Wakurde Bk
Population of Wakurde Bk
According to the 2011 Census, Wakurde Bk has a total population of about 3,468, with approximately 1,704 males and 1,764 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 391 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 696 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.05%, with male literacy at about 70.89% and female literacy near 53.51%. There are around 838 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wakurde Bk's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,468 | 1,704 | 1,764 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 391 | 227 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 348 | 348 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,152 | 1,208 | 944 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,316 | 496 | 820 |
Connectivity of Wakurde Bk
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakurde Bk. As per the 2011 stats, Wakurde Bk 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 Wakurde Bk
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakurde Bk helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakurde Bk.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakurde Bk
- Where is Wakurde Bk located?
- Wakurde Bk village is situated in Shirala Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakurde Bk?
- Wakurde Bk serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Wakurde Bk?
- The pincode of Wakurde Bk is 415408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wakurde Bk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakurde Bk is 3,468, with 1,704 males and 1,764 females.
- How many households are there in Wakurde Bk as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakurde Bk village has a total of 838 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakurde Bk as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakurde Bk is 62.05%. The male literacy rate is 70.89%, while the female literacy rate is 53.51%.