Khetri - Patur, Akola
Khetri is a village situated in the Patur tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patur and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Khetri village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khetri is 530335. The village covers a total geographical area of 441.26 hectares and falls under the 444501 pincode. Patur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Khetri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khetri
According to the 2011 Census, Khetri village had a total population of 2,253 people, including 1,182 males and 1,071 females, living in 534 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.54%, with male literacy at 92.73% and female literacy at 79.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 270, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 2,253 | 1,182 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 150 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 270 | 133 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,697 | 957 | 740 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 225 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Khetri
Khetri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Takali Khetri | North | 1.90 km |
| Chatari | East | 2.43 km |
| Changefal | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Deulkhed | North-West | 3.18 km |
| Lavkhed | North | 3.49 km |
| Channi | South | 3.52 km |
| Sangola | North-East | 3.76 km |
| Shahapur | North | 3.95 km |
| Pimpalkhuta 1 | South-West | 4.57 km |
| Sukli | South-East | 4.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khetri
Khetri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paras, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.0 km.
| 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 Patur to Khetri is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Khetri is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khetri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khetri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khetri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khetri 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 Khetri
Where is Khetri located?
Khetri village is located in Patur Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khetri?
Khetri is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khetri?
The pincode of Khetri is 444501.
What is the population of Khetri?
Khetri had a total population of 2,253, including 1,182 males and 1,071 females.
How many households are there in Khetri?
Khetri had 534 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khetri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khetri was 86.54%. Male literacy was 92.73% and female literacy was 79.66%.