Gajarkhed
Gajarkhed is a village located in Mehkar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Mehkar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Gajarkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajarkhed unique in its vibrant Mehkar-Buldana region. You’ll see Gajarkhed’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 Gajarkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajarkhed is 528939. The village spans a total geographical area of 411.8 hectares. Mehkar is nearest town to Gajarkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Gajarkhed
Population of Gajarkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Gajarkhed has a total population of about 928, with approximately 496 males and 432 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 132 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 242 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.37%, with male literacy at about 76.21% and female literacy near 63.66%. There are around 227 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajarkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 928 | 496 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 83 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 242 | 125 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 653 | 378 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 118 | 157 |
Connectivity of Gajarkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajarkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Gajarkhed 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajarkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajarkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajarkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajarkhed
- Where is Gajarkhed located?
- Gajarkhed village is situated in Mehkar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajarkhed?
- Gajarkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gajarkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajarkhed is 928, with 496 males and 432 females.
- How many households are there in Gajarkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajarkhed village has a total of 227 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajarkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajarkhed is 70.37%. The male literacy rate is 76.21%, while the female literacy rate is 63.66%.