Wakadi

Wakadi is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vasroli is the gram panchayat of Wakadi village.

Wakadi has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 Wakadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakadi is 552350. The village spans a total geographical area of 46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401404. Palghar is nearest town to Wakadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wakadi 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 Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar 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 Wakadi

Below is a concise population overview of Wakadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 311 162 149
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 27 23
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 9 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 286 151 135
Literate Population 204 113 91
Illiterate Population 107 49 58

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Wakadi village:

  • The total population of Wakadi village is around 311, including approximately 162 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Wakadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wakadi village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 286 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wakadi village is about 65.59%, with male literacy at 69.75% and female literacy at 61.07%.
  • There are around 77 households in Wakadi village.

Connectivity of Wakadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakadi. As per the 2011 stats, Wakadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wakadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Wakadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wakadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wakadi

Where is Wakadi located?
Wakadi village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Wakadi is Vasroli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wakadi?
The pincode of Wakadi is 401404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakadi is 311, with 162 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakadi village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakadi is 65.59%. The male literacy rate is 69.75%, while the female literacy rate is 61.07%.