Khed - Karjat, Ahilyanagar
Khed is a village situated in the Karjat tehsil of Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Karjat and around 90 km from Ahmadnagar. Khed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khed is 558626. The village covers a total geographical area of 1931 hectares and falls under the 414403 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Khed 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 Khed
As per Census 2011, Khed village has a total population of 4,011 people, consisting of 2,083 males and 1,928 females. The village has 873 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 522 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,846 literate and 1,165 illiterate residents. Additionally, 632 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,011 | 2,083 | 1,928 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 275 | 247 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 632 | 325 | 307 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 2,846 | 1,567 | 1,279 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,165 | 516 | 649 |
Nearby Villages of Khed
Khed is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Autewadi | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Naygaon | North-West | 3.52 km |
| Shimpore | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Waysewadi | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Rajegaon | South-West | 4.20 km |
| Babhulgaon Dumala | South-East | 5.08 km |
| Watluj | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Kawalwadi | South-East | 6.41 km |
| Karpadi | East | 7.13 km |
| Dikasal | South-West | 7.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khed
Khed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhigwan, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Khed is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khed
Where is Khed located?
Khed village is located in Karjat Tehsil, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khed?
Khed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khed?
The pincode of Khed is 414403.
What is the population of Khed?
Khed has a total population of 4,011, including 2,083 males and 1,928 females.
How many households are there in Khed?
There are 873 households in Khed.
What is the literacy rate in Khed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khed is 70.95%. Male literacy is 75.23% and female literacy is 66.34%.