Bhankhed. - Chikhli, Buldhana
Bhankhed. is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Chikhli and around 31 km from Buldana. Bhankhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhankhed. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhankhed. is 529195. The village covers a total geographical area of 303.07 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Bhankhed. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikhli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhankhed.
According to the 2011 Census, Bhankhed. village had a total population of 1,651 people, including 844 males and 807 females, living in 376 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.05%, with male literacy at 87.87% and female literacy at 70.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,468.
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 | 1,651 | 844 | 807 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 160 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 81 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,468 | 750 | 718 |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 601 | 478 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 243 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Bhankhed.
Bhankhed. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pambulwadi | North | 1.90 km |
| Jambhora | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Berala | South | 2.47 km |
| Bhalgaon | South-East | 2.68 km |
| Chandhai Pr.chikhali | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Palaskhed Daulat | West | 3.55 km |
| Tambulwadi | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Khandala Makardhwaj | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Malagi | South-West | 4.99 km |
| Muradpur | South | 5.50 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhankhed.
Bhankhed. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nandura, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Bhankhed. is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Bhankhed. is about 31 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhankhed.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhankhed. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhankhed.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhankhed. 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhankhed.
Where is Bhankhed. located?
Bhankhed. village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhankhed.?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhankhed. is Bhankhed.
What is the pincode of Bhankhed.?
The pincode of Bhankhed. is 443201.
What is the population of Bhankhed.?
Bhankhed. had a total population of 1,651, including 844 males and 807 females.
How many households are there in Bhankhed.?
Bhankhed. had 376 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhankhed.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhankhed. was 79.05%. Male literacy was 87.87% and female literacy was 70.19%.