Garkhed
Garkhed is a village located in Deolgaon Raja tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Deolgaon Raja (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Garkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garkhed unique in its vibrant Deolgaon Raja-Buldana region. You’ll see Garkhed’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Garkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkhed is 529342. The village spans a total geographical area of 343.8 hectares. Deulgaon Raja is nearest town to Garkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Garkhed
Population of Garkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Garkhed has a total population of about 1,207, with approximately 632 males and 575 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 123 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 469 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.09%, with male literacy at about 81.17% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 250 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,207 | 632 | 575 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 69 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 469 | 248 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 513 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 119 | 230 |
Connectivity of Garkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Garkhed 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Garkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garkhed
- Where is Garkhed located?
- Garkhed village is situated in Deolgaon Raja Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garkhed?
- Garkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Garkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkhed is 1,207, with 632 males and 575 females.
- How many households are there in Garkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garkhed village has a total of 250 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkhed is 71.09%. The male literacy rate is 81.17%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.