Khodad - Murtijapur, Akola
Khodad is a village situated in the Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Murtijapur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Khodad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodad is 530274. The village covers a total geographical area of 914.39 hectares and falls under the 444106 pincode. Murtijapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khodad 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 Khodad
As per Census 2011, Khodad village has a total population of 736 people, consisting of 366 males and 370 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 632 literate and 104 illiterate residents. Additionally, 248 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khodad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 736 | 366 | 370 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 248 | 135 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 64 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 632 | 320 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 46 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Khodad
Khodad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mandura | South-West | 2.00 km |
| Piwashi | South-West | 2.75 km |
| Sonori | West | 3.03 km |
| Pedhi | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Pota | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Dadhi | North | 3.81 km |
| Bapori | North-West | 3.89 km |
| Ramtek | South-West | 4.13 km |
| Bahadrpur | North-East | 4.49 km |
| Hiwara Korde | West | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khodad
Khodad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kuram, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Murtijapur to Khodad is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Khodad is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khodad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodad 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khodad
Where is Khodad located?
Khodad village is located in Murtijapur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodad?
Khodad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodad?
The pincode of Khodad is 444106.
What is the population of Khodad?
Khodad has a total population of 736, including 366 males and 370 females.
How many households are there in Khodad?
There are 163 households in Khodad.
What is the literacy rate in Khodad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodad is 85.87%. Male literacy is 87.43% and female literacy is 84.32%.