Unkhed
Unkhed is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Rambhapur is the gram panchayat of Unkhed village.
Unkhed has its own place in the vibrant Akola region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Unkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Unkhed is 530267. The village spans a total geographical area of 449 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Unkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Unkhed village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Unkhed
Population of Unkhed
Below is a concise population overview of Unkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 509 | 265 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 28 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 163 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 423 | 231 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 34 | 52 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Unkhed village:
- The total population of Unkhed village is around 509, including approximately 265 males and 244 females, with a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Unkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Unkhed village has 307 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Unkhed village is about 83.10%, with male literacy at 87.17% and female literacy at 78.69%.
- There are around 115 households in Unkhed village.
Connectivity of Unkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Unkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Unkhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Unkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Unkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Unkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Unkhed
- Where is Unkhed located?
- Unkhed village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Unkhed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Unkhed is Rambhapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Unkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Unkhed is 509, with 265 males and 244 females.
- How many households are there in Unkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Unkhed village has a total of 115 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Unkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Unkhed is 83.10%. The male literacy rate is 87.17%, while the female literacy rate is 78.69%.