Parkhed
Parkhed is a village located in Mehkar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Mehkar (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Parkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Parkhed unique in its vibrant Mehkar-Buldana region. You’ll see Parkhed’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 Parkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Parkhed is 528983. The village spans a total geographical area of 1026.01 hectares. Mehkar is nearest town to Parkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Parkhed
Population of Parkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Parkhed has a total population of about 1,508, with approximately 793 males and 715 females. The sex ratio is around 901 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 209 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 45 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 61.07%, with male literacy at about 69.23% and female literacy near 52.03%. There are around 312 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Parkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,508 | 793 | 715 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 113 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 921 | 549 | 372 |
| Illiterate Population | 587 | 244 | 343 |
Connectivity of Parkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Parkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Parkhed 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 Parkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Parkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Parkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Parkhed
- Where is Parkhed located?
- Parkhed village is situated in Mehkar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Parkhed?
- Parkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Parkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parkhed is 1,508, with 793 males and 715 females.
- How many households are there in Parkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Parkhed village has a total of 312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Parkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parkhed is 61.07%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 52.03%.