Ahad - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Ahad is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 100 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Khatkali serves as the Village Panchayat for Ahad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahad is 531582. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.13 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Akot is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Ahad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ahad
According to the 2011 Census, Ahad village had a total population of 478 people, including 240 males and 238 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.17%, with male literacy at 80.50% and female literacy at 55.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 474.
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 | 478 | 240 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 474 | 238 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 161 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 79 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Ahad
Ahad 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 Ahad
Public transport in the Ahad is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Akot to Ahad is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Ahad is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ahad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ahad
Where is Ahad located?
Ahad village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Ahad?
The Village Panchayat of Ahad is Khatkali.
What is the pincode of Ahad?
The pincode of Ahad is 444807.
What is the population of Ahad?
Ahad had a total population of 478, including 240 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Ahad?
Ahad had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahad was 68.17%. Male literacy was 80.50% and female literacy was 55.78%.