Palkhed
Palkhed is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Palkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Palkhed has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad 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 Palkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkhed is 549125. The village spans a total geographical area of 1665.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423703. Vaijapur is nearest town to Palkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Palkhed
Population of Palkhed
Below is a concise population overview of Palkhed 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 | 4,262 | 2,215 | 2,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 308 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 244 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 2,665 | 1,577 | 1,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,597 | 638 | 959 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkhed village:
- The total population of Palkhed village is around 4,262, including approximately 2,215 males and 2,047 females, with a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 582 children aged 0–6 years in Palkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Palkhed village has 473 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 142 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Palkhed village is about 62.53%, with male literacy at 71.20% and female literacy at 53.15%.
- There are around 891 households in Palkhed village.
Connectivity of Palkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Palkhed 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Palkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Palkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Palkhed
- Where is Palkhed located?
- Palkhed village is situated in Vaijapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Palkhed?
- Palkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Palkhed?
- The pincode of Palkhed is 423703, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkhed is 4,262, with 2,215 males and 2,047 females.
- How many households are there in Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Palkhed village has a total of 891 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkhed is 62.53%. The male literacy rate is 71.20%, while the female literacy rate is 53.15%.