Wakan
About Wakan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wakan village is 543085. Wakan village is located in Mahagaon tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Mahagaon (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Wakan village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1060.11 hectares. Wakan has a total population of 1,191 peoples, out of which male population is 603 while female population is 588. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 975 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wakan village is 56.26% out of which 66.33% males and 45.92% females are literate. There are about 267 houses in wakan village.
When it comes to administration, Wakan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Wakan village comes under Pusad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency. Pusad is nearest town to wakan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Wakan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 603 | 588 |
| Literate Population | 670 | 400 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 203 | 318 |
Connectivity of Wakan
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wakan
Where is Wakan located?
Wakan village is situated in Mahagaon Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wakan?
Wakan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Wakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wakan is 1,191, with 603 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Wakan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wakan village has a total of 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wakan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wakan is 56.26%. The male literacy rate is 66.33%, while the female literacy rate is 45.92%.