Belkhed - Khamgaon, Buldhana
Belkhed is a village situated in the Khamgaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Khamgaon and around 41 km from Buldana. Kawadgaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Belkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belkhed is 528846. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.36 hectares and falls under the 444306 pincode. Khamgaon is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Belkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Belkhed village had a total population of 517 people, including 271 males and 246 females, living in 121 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.39%, with male literacy at 84.14% and female literacy at 61.72%.
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 | 517 | 271 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 191 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 80 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Belkhed
Belkhed 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 Belkhed
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Belkhed.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khamgaon to Belkhed is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Belkhed is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belkhed 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 Belkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belkhed 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 Belkhed
Where is Belkhed located?
Belkhed village is located in Khamgaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Belkhed?
The Village Panchayat of Belkhed is Kawadgaon.
What is the pincode of Belkhed?
The pincode of Belkhed is 444306.
What is the population of Belkhed?
Belkhed had a total population of 517, including 271 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Belkhed?
Belkhed had 121 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belkhed was 73.39%. Male literacy was 84.14% and female literacy was 61.72%.