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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Underkhel village has a total population of 699 people, consisting of 364 males and 335 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Underkhel are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Underkhel?
The Gram Panchayat of Underkhel is Undarkhel.
What is the pincode of Underkhel?
The pincode of Underkhel is 414202.
What is the population of Underkhel?
Underkhel has a total population of 699, including 364 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Underkhel?
There are 170 households in Underkhel.
What is the literacy rate in Underkhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Underkhel is 62.52%. Male literacy is 70.60% and female literacy is 53.73%.