Garkhed - Deolgaon Raja, Buldhana
Garkhed is a village situated in the Deolgaon Raja tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from Deolgaon Raja and around 65 km from Buldana. Garkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkhed is 529342. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.8 hectares and falls under the 443206 pincode. Deulgaon Raja is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Garkhed village had a total population of 1,207 people, including 632 males and 575 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.15%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 66.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 469, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 1,207 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Garkhed
Garkhed 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 Garkhed
Garkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Deulgaon Raja to Garkhed is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Garkhed is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Garkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Garkhed
Where is Garkhed located?
Garkhed village is located in Deolgaon Raja Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkhed?
Garkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Garkhed?
The pincode of Garkhed is 443206.
What is the population of Garkhed?
Garkhed had a total population of 1,207, including 632 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Garkhed?
Garkhed had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkhed was 79.15%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 66.22%.