Bahirkhed - Barshitakli, Akola
Bahirkhed is a village situated in the Barshitakli tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barshitakli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Umardari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bahirkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bahirkhed is 530575. The village covers a total geographical area of 242.9 hectares and falls under the 444405 pincode. Akola is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Bahirkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akola Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bahirkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Bahirkhed village had a total population of 341 people, including 172 males and 169 females, living in 91 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.50%, with male literacy at 97.35% and female literacy at 85.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 341 | 172 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 280 | 147 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 25 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Bahirkhed
Bahirkhed 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 Bahirkhed
Bahirkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Akola to Bahirkhed is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bahirkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bahirkhed 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 Bahirkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bahirkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bahirkhed
Where is Bahirkhed located?
Bahirkhed village is located in Barshitakli Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bahirkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Bahirkhed is Umardari.
What is the pincode of Bahirkhed?
The pincode of Bahirkhed is 444405.
What is the population of Bahirkhed?
Bahirkhed had a total population of 341, including 172 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Bahirkhed?
Bahirkhed had 91 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bahirkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bahirkhed was 91.50%. Male literacy was 97.35% and female literacy was 85.81%.