Gondhankhed - Chikhli, Buldhana
Gondhankhed is a village situated in the Chikhli tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from Chikhli and around 45 km from Buldana. Karankhed serves as the Village Panchayat for Gondhankhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gondhankhed is 529111. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.83 hectares and falls under the 443201 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gondhankhed 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 Gondhankhed
According to the 2011 Census, Gondhankhed village had a total population of 97 people, including 51 males and 46 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 97.92% and female literacy at 69.77%.
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 | 97 | 51 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 47 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 4 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Gondhankhed
Gondhankhed is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gondhankhed
Gondhankhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Gondhankhed is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Gondhankhed is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gondhankhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gondhankhed 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gondhankhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gondhankhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gondhankhed
Where is Gondhankhed located?
Gondhankhed village is located in Chikhli Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gondhankhed?
The Village Panchayat of Gondhankhed is Karankhed.
What is the pincode of Gondhankhed?
The pincode of Gondhankhed is 443201.
What is the population of Gondhankhed?
Gondhankhed had a total population of 97, including 51 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Gondhankhed?
Gondhankhed had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gondhankhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gondhankhed was 84.62%. Male literacy was 97.92% and female literacy was 69.77%.