Wadi Wakad Village Overview
Wadi Wakad is a village in Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It lies about 10 km from Risod tehsil headquarters and around 55 km from Washim district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Pimpakhed is the Gram Panchayat for Wadi Wakad village.
The sections below provide essential information about Wadi Wakad village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Wadi Wakad is 531292. The village covers a geographical area of 482.83 hectares and has a pincode of 444506. Risod is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Location Map of Wadi Wakad
Population & Demographics of Wadi Wakad
This section provides population and demographic details of Wadi Wakad village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 717 | 353 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 50 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 483 | 280 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 73 | 161 |
Key population details of Wadi Wakad village are given below:
- Wadi Wakad village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 717, including approximately 353 males and 364 females, with a sex ratio of 1031 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 76 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Wadi Wakad village is good, with a literacy rate of about 67.36%.
- There are around 161 households in Wadi Wakad village.
Transport & Connectivity of Wadi Wakad
Transport facilities help residents of Wadi Wakad village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 Wadi Wakad
The following villages are located close to Wadi Wakad and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Wadi Wakad
- Where is Wadi Wakad located?
- Wadi Wakad village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Wadi Wakad?
- The Gram Panchayat of Wadi Wakad is Pimpakhed (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Wadi Wakad?
- The pincode of Wadi Wakad is 444506.
- What is the population of Wadi Wakad?
- Wadi Wakad has a total population of 717, including 353 males and 364 females.
- How many households are there in Wadi Wakad?
- There are 161 households in Wadi Wakad.
- What is the literacy rate in Wadi Wakad?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Wadi Wakad is 67.36%. Male literacy is 79.32% and female literacy is 55.77%.