Badkhed - Telhara, Akola
Badkhed is a village situated in the Telhara tehsil of Akola district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Telhara and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Akola. Varkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badkhed is 529605. The village covers a total geographical area of 340.6 hectares and falls under the 444103 pincode. Telhara is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Badkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badkhed
As per Census 2011, Badkhed village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 309 males and 301 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 123 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Badkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 309 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 254 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 55 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Badkhed
Badkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wari Bhairavgad | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Warkhed | South-West | 2.46 km |
| Moypani | North-East | 2.81 km |
| Saundala | South-East | 2.99 km |
| Umarshevadi | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Warkhed | South-West | 4.34 km |
| Sonwadi | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Zari Bazar | North-East | 5.68 km |
| Kamod | West | 6.36 km |
| Danapur | South | 6.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badkhed
Badkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Wan Road, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Telhara to Badkhed is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Akola to Badkhed is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badkhed 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 Badkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badkhed 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badkhed
Where is Badkhed located?
Badkhed village is located in Telhara Tehsil, Akola district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Badkhed is Varkhed.
What is the pincode of Badkhed?
The pincode of Badkhed is 444103.
What is the population of Badkhed?
Badkhed has a total population of 610, including 309 males and 301 females.
How many households are there in Badkhed?
There are 133 households in Badkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Badkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badkhed is 79.84%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 77.41%.