Wakav
Wakav is a village located in Madha tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Madha (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Wakav village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Wakav unique in its vibrant Madha-Solapur region. You’ll see Wakav’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 Wakav
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakav is 562000. The village spans a total geographical area of 783.01 hectares. Kurduvadi is nearest town to Wakav village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
As per 2019 stats, Wakav village comes under Madha assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Wakav
Population of Wakav
According to the 2011 Census, Wakav has a total population of about 2,037, with approximately 1,082 males and 955 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 224 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.78%, with male literacy at about 74.12% and female literacy near 62.72%. There are around 453 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wakav's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,037 | 1,082 | 955 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 146 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 802 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 636 | 280 | 356 |
Connectivity of Wakav
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakav. As per the 2011 stats, Wakav 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Wakav
Knowing the nearby villages of Wakav helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakav.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wakav
- Where is Wakav located?
- Wakav village is situated in Madha Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wakav?
- Wakav serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Wakav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakav is 2,037, with 1,082 males and 955 females.
- How many households are there in Wakav as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Wakav village has a total of 453 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Wakav as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakav is 68.78%. The male literacy rate is 74.12%, while the female literacy rate is 62.72%.