Khuntephal - Ashti, Beed
Khuntephal is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 45 km from Ashti and around 125 km from Bid. Khuntephal (watephal) serves as the Village Panchayat for Khuntephal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuntephal is 558798. The village covers a total geographical area of 422.75 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khuntephal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ashti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Beed Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuntephal
According to the 2011 Census, Khuntephal village had a total population of 792 people, including 400 males and 392 females, living in 158 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.11%, with male literacy at 85.00% and female literacy at 65.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 62.
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 | 792 | 400 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 43 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 26 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 289 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 111 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Khuntephal
Khuntephal 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 Khuntephal
Khuntephal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khuntephal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Khuntephal is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Khuntephal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuntephal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuntephal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khuntephal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuntephal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khuntephal
Where is Khuntephal located?
Khuntephal village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khuntephal?
The Village Panchayat of Khuntephal is Khuntephal (watephal).
What is the pincode of Khuntephal?
The pincode of Khuntephal is 414203.
What is the population of Khuntephal?
Khuntephal had a total population of 792, including 400 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Khuntephal?
Khuntephal had 158 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuntephal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuntephal was 75.11%. Male literacy was 85.00% and female literacy was 65.07%.