Wakad

Wakad is a village located in Risod tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Risod (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Wakad village is also a gram panchayat.

Wakad has its own place in the vibrant Washim 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 Wakad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wakad is 531295. The village spans a total geographical area of 2264.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444506. Risod is nearest town to Wakad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Wakad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,215 2,675 2,540
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 719 377 342
Scheduled Castes (SC) 809 415 394
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 201 97 104
Literate Population 3,534 1,993 1,541
Illiterate Population 1,681 682 999

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

  • The total population of Wakad village is around 5,215, including approximately 2,675 males and 2,540 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 719 children aged 0–6 years in Wakad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Wakad village has 809 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 201 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Wakad village is about 67.77%, with male literacy at 74.50% and female literacy at 60.67%.
  • There are around 1,063 households in Wakad village.

Connectivity of Wakad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wakad. As per the 2011 stats, Wakad 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Wakad

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Wakad

Where is Wakad located?
Wakad village is situated in Risod Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakad?
Wakad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Wakad?
The pincode of Wakad is 444506, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakad is 5,215, with 2,675 males and 2,540 females.
How many households are there in Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakad village has a total of 1,063 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakad is 67.77%. The male literacy rate is 74.50%, while the female literacy rate is 60.67%.