Underkhel - Ashti, Beed
Underkhel is a village situated in the Ashti tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from Ashti and around 110 km from Bid. Undarkhel serves as the Village Panchayat for Underkhel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Underkhel is 558742. The village covers a total geographical area of 858.01 hectares and falls under the 414202 pincode. Ahmadnagar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Underkhel 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 Underkhel
According to the 2011 Census, Underkhel village had a total population of 699 people, including 364 males and 335 females, living in 170 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.88%, with male literacy at 82.90% and female literacy at 60.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 699 | 364 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 54 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 257 | 180 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 107 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Underkhel
Underkhel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Suleman Deola | South | 2.52 km |
| Mhasobachiwadi | East | 2.89 km |
| Karkhel Kh. | North | 3.19 km |
| Gahukhel | North-East | 3.61 km |
| Salewadgaon | West | 4.20 km |
| Bhojewadi | South-East | 4.26 km |
| Ambhora | South-West | 5.08 km |
| Hivara | South | 5.11 km |
| Tagadkhel | North | 5.38 km |
| Chinchewadi | North | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Underkhel
Underkhel 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 Ahmadnagar, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 km.
| 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 Ahmadnagar to Underkhel is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Underkhel is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Underkhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Underkhel 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Underkhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Underkhel 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Underkhel
Where is Underkhel located?
Underkhel village is located in Ashti Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Underkhel?
The Village Panchayat of Underkhel is Undarkhel.
What is the pincode of Underkhel?
The pincode of Underkhel is 414202.
What is the population of Underkhel?
Underkhel had a total population of 699, including 364 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Underkhel?
Underkhel had 170 households.
What is the literacy rate in Underkhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Underkhel was 71.88%. Male literacy was 82.90% and female literacy was 60.40%.