Wakurde Bk - Shirala, Sangli
Wakurde Bk is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Wakurde Bk village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakurde Bk is 568275. The village covers a total geographical area of 1264.9 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Wakurde Bk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakurde Bk
As per Census 2011, Wakurde Bk village has a total population of 3,468 people, consisting of 1,704 males and 1,764 females. The village has 838 households and a sex ratio of 1,035 females per 1,000 males. There are 391 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,152 literate and 1,316 illiterate residents. Additionally, 696 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Wakurde Bk are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Wakurde Bk
Wakurde Bk 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hattegaon | West | 2.98 km |
| Kondaiwadi | North | 3.07 km |
| Wakurde Kh | South-East | 3.13 km |
| Dhamavade | North | 3.23 km |
| Shirashi | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Gavalewadi | North-West | 3.46 km |
| Kusaiwadi | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Khirawade | West | 4.03 km |
| Yelapur | North-West | 4.23 km |
| Shindewadi | South | 4.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wakurde Bk
Wakurde Bk is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shenoli, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Wakurde Bk is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Wakurde Bk is about 56 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 Wakurde Bk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakurde Bk village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Wakurde Bk
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakurde Bk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wakurde Bk
Where is Wakurde Bk located?
Wakurde Bk village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakurde Bk?
Wakurde Bk is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wakurde Bk?
The pincode of Wakurde Bk is 415408.
What is the population of Wakurde Bk?
Wakurde Bk has a total population of 3,468, including 1,704 males and 1,764 females.
How many households are there in Wakurde Bk?
There are 838 households in Wakurde Bk.
What is the literacy rate in Wakurde Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakurde Bk is 62.05%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 53.51%.