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
As per Census 2011, Garkhed village has a total population of 1,207 people, consisting of 632 males and 575 females. The village has 250 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 858 literate and 349 illiterate residents. Additionally, 469 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garkhed are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,207, including 632 males and 575 females.
How many households are there in Garkhed?
There are 250 households in Garkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Garkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkhed is 71.09%. Male literacy is 81.17% and female literacy is 60.00%.