Wakalwadi
Wakalwadi is a village located in Khatav tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Vaduj (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Wakalwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Wakalwadi has its own place in the vibrant Satara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Wakalwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakalwadi is 563544. The village spans a total geographical area of 538 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415506. Karad is nearest town to Wakalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Wakalwadi 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 Man Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Wakalwadi
Below is a concise population overview of Wakalwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 822 | 393 | 429 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 545 | 283 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 110 | 167 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakalwadi village:
- The total population of Wakalwadi village is around 822, including approximately 393 males and 429 females, with a sex ratio of 1091 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Wakalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Wakalwadi village is about 66.30%, with male literacy at 72.01% and female literacy at 61.07%.
- There are around 190 households in Wakalwadi village.
Connectivity of Wakalwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Wakalwadi 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 Wakalwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakalwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakalwadi
- Where is Wakalwadi located?
- Wakalwadi village is situated in Khatav Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakalwadi?
- Wakalwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Wakalwadi?
- The pincode of Wakalwadi is 415506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Wakalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakalwadi is 822, with 393 males and 429 females.
- How many households are there in Wakalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakalwadi village has a total of 190 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakalwadi is 66.30%. The male literacy rate is 72.01%, while the female literacy rate is 61.07%.