Wakad - Malegaon, Washim
Wakad is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Waghalud serves as the Gram Panchayat for Wakad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wakad is 530696. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.45 hectares and falls under the 444505 pincode. Washim is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Wakad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Risod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Wakad
According to the 2011 Census, Wakad village had a total population of 432 people, including 219 males and 213 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.08%, with male literacy at 94.35% and female literacy at 76.22%.
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 | 432 | 219 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 167 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 52 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Wakad
Wakad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Wakad
Public transport in the Wakad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Wakad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Washim to Wakad is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Wakad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Wakad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Wakad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Wakad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Wakad
Where is Wakad located?
Wakad village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakad?
The Gram Panchayat of Wakad is Waghalud.
What is the pincode of Wakad?
The pincode of Wakad is 444505.
What is the population of Wakad?
Wakad had a total population of 432, including 219 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Wakad?
Wakad had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wakad was 85.08%. Male literacy was 94.35% and female literacy was 76.22%.