Gaykhed - Lonar, Buldhana
Gaykhed is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 5 km from Lonar and around 95 km from Buldana. Gaykhed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaykhed is 529559. The village covers a total geographical area of 906 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Gaykhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehkar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaykhed
According to the 2011 Census, Gaykhed village had a total population of 1,422 people, including 750 males and 672 females, living in 337 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.45%, with male literacy at 79.56% and female literacy at 68.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 446, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
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 | 1,422 | 750 | 672 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 109 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 226 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 26 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 915 | 510 | 405 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 240 | 267 |
Nearby Villages of Gaykhed
Gaykhed 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 Gaykhed
Gaykhed 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 Lonar to Gaykhed is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Gaykhed is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaykhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaykhed 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 Gaykhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaykhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaykhed
Where is Gaykhed located?
Gaykhed village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Gaykhed?
Gaykhed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gaykhed?
The pincode of Gaykhed is 443302.
What is the population of Gaykhed?
Gaykhed had a total population of 1,422, including 750 males and 672 females.
How many households are there in Gaykhed?
Gaykhed had 337 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaykhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaykhed was 74.45%. Male literacy was 79.56% and female literacy was 68.88%.