Kastkhed Village - Balapur, Akola
Kastkhed is a village situated in the Balapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balapur and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Mandoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kastkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kastkhed is 529949. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.36 hectares and falls under the 444311 pincode.
Kastkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Kastkhed
Kastkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dawalpur | North | 1.32 km |
| Bhikundkhed | East | 1.59 km |
| Mandoli | North-East | 1.78 km |
| Kolasa | North | 3.11 km |
| Shelad | South-East | 3.15 km |
| Hingana Shelad | South | 3.81 km |
| Takali Gademod | South-East | 4.45 km |
| Satargaon | North-West | 4.68 km |
| Manarkhed | North-West | 4.86 km |
| Mandawa Bk. | South | 5.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kastkhed
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kastkhed. The nearest railway station is Paras, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Akola to Kastkhed is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kastkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kastkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kastkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kastkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kastkhed
Where is Kastkhed located?
Kastkhed village is located in Balapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kastkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Kastkhed is Mandoli.
What is the pincode of Kastkhed?
The pincode of Kastkhed is 444311.