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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Wakurde Bk village had a total population of 3,468 people, including 1,704 males and 1,764 females, living in 838 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.94%, with male literacy at 81.79% and female literacy at 59.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 696, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 10.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Wakurde Bk?
Wakurde Bk is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wakurde Bk?
The pincode of Wakurde Bk is 415408.
What is the population of Wakurde Bk?
Wakurde Bk had a total population of 3,468, including 1,704 males and 1,764 females.
How many households are there in Wakurde Bk?
Wakurde Bk had 838 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakurde Bk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakurde Bk was 69.94%. Male literacy was 81.79% and female literacy was 59.00%.