Wakurde Kh - Shirala, Sangli
Wakurde Kh is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Wakurde Kh village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakurde Kh is 568277. The village covers a total geographical area of 683.14 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Karad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Wakurde Kh 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 Kh
According to the 2011 Census, Wakurde Kh village had a total population of 1,847 people, including 887 males and 960 females, living in 459 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.38%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 59.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 236, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,847 | 887 | 960 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 89 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 236 | 114 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,187 | 671 | 516 |
| Illiterate Population | 660 | 216 | 444 |
Nearby Villages of Wakurde Kh
Wakurde Kh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Antri Kh | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Shindewadi | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Antri Bk | East | 2.81 km |
| Wakurde Bk | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Mangrul | South-West | 3.58 km |
| Kusaiwadi | West | 3.64 km |
| Ambewadi | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Tadavale | South-East | 4.20 km |
| Rile | South | 4.55 km |
| Shirashi | North | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Wakurde Kh
Wakurde Kh 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 37.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karad to Wakurde Kh is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Wakurde Kh 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 Wakurde Kh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakurde Kh 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 Kh
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 Kh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wakurde Kh
Where is Wakurde Kh located?
Wakurde Kh village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Wakurde Kh?
Wakurde Kh is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Wakurde Kh?
The pincode of Wakurde Kh is 415408.
What is the population of Wakurde Kh?
Wakurde Kh had a total population of 1,847, including 887 males and 960 females.
How many households are there in Wakurde Kh?
Wakurde Kh had 459 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakurde Kh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakurde Kh was 71.38%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 59.65%.