Zikri - Jamkhed, Ahilyanagar
Zikri is a village situated in the Jamkhed tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Jamkhed and around 70 km from Ahmadnagar. Zikri village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Zikri is 558656. The village covers a total geographical area of 520 hectares and falls under the 413205 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Zikri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Zikri
According to the 2011 Census, Zikri village had a total population of 816 people, including 419 males and 397 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.05%, with male literacy at 80.59% and female literacy at 60.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 175.
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 | 816 | 419 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 175 | 82 | 93 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 513 | 299 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 120 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Zikri
Zikri 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 Zikri
Zikri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Zikri is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Zikri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Zikri 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Zikri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Zikri 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 Zikri
Where is Zikri located?
Zikri village is located in Jamkhed Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Zikri?
Zikri is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Zikri?
The pincode of Zikri is 413205.
What is the population of Zikri?
Zikri had a total population of 816, including 419 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Zikri?
Zikri had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Zikri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Zikri was 71.05%. Male literacy was 80.59% and female literacy was 60.97%.