Sheri Kh. - Ashti, Beed
Sheri Kh. is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Ashti and around 90 km from Bid. Sheri (kh) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sheri Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sheri Kh. is 558829. The village covers a total geographical area of 524.86 hectares and falls under the 414203 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sheri Kh. 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 Sheri Kh.
As per Census 2011, Sheri Kh. village has a total population of 1,481 people, consisting of 759 males and 722 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 907 literate and 574 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 100 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sheri Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,481 | 759 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 111 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 907 | 532 | 375 |
| Illiterate Population | 574 | 227 | 347 |
Nearby Villages of Sheri Kh.
Sheri Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malegaon Bazar | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Pimpari Adgaon | South-West | 2.07 km |
| Wakodi | South-East | 3.07 km |
| Isapur | South | 3.17 km |
| Sonkel | East | 3.32 km |
| Salabad | West | 3.52 km |
| Mominabad | West | 4.20 km |
| Kolad | North-West | 4.56 km |
| Wadi Adampur | South | 4.97 km |
| Jafrapur | South-East | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sheri Kh.
Sheri Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kiwar Khed, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ahmadnagar to Sheri Kh. is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Sheri Kh. is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sheri Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sheri Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sheri Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sheri Kh. 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sheri Kh.
Where is Sheri Kh. located?
Sheri Kh. village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sheri Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Sheri Kh. is Sheri (kh).
What is the pincode of Sheri Kh.?
The pincode of Sheri Kh. is 414203.
What is the population of Sheri Kh.?
Sheri Kh. has a total population of 1,481, including 759 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Sheri Kh.?
There are 327 households in Sheri Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Sheri Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sheri Kh. is 61.24%. Male literacy is 70.09% and female literacy is 51.94%.