Khandukheda - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Khandukheda is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 86 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Awagad serves as the Village Panchayat for Khandukheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandukheda is 531628. The village covers a total geographical area of 150 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Khandukheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandukheda
According to the 2011 Census, Khandukheda village had a total population of 314 people, including 172 males and 142 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.83%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 62.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 314 | 172 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 19 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 86 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 85 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 132 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 40 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Khandukheda
Khandukheda 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 Khandukheda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khandukheda.
| 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 Achalpur to Khandukheda is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Khandukheda is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandukheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandukheda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandukheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandukheda 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 Khandukheda
Where is Khandukheda located?
Khandukheda village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khandukheda?
The Village Panchayat of Khandukheda is Awagad.
What is the pincode of Khandukheda?
The pincode of Khandukheda is 444807.
What is the population of Khandukheda?
Khandukheda had a total population of 314, including 172 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Khandukheda?
Khandukheda had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandukheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandukheda was 74.83%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 62.04%.