Maharchikna - Lonar, Buldhana
Maharchikna is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 24 km from Lonar and around 10 km from Buldana. Mahar Chikana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maharchikna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maharchikna is 529510. The village covers a total geographical area of 403.38 hectares and falls under the 443301 pincode. Lonar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Maharchikna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maharchikna
As per Census 2011, Maharchikna village has a total population of 1,165 people, consisting of 625 males and 540 females. The village has 260 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 150 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 793 literate and 372 illiterate residents. Additionally, 218 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Maharchikna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,165 | 625 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 86 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 118 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 793 | 477 | 316 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 148 | 224 |
Nearby Villages of Maharchikna
Maharchikna is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Konati | West | 1.83 km |
| Khaparkhed | South | 2.17 km |
| Karegaon | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Khalegaon | North | 3.04 km |
| Somthana | South-East | 3.08 km |
| Bramhan Chikna | South-West | 3.52 km |
| Walhur | East | 3.70 km |
| Kumbefal | West | 4.26 km |
| Deulgaon Kol | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Shindi | South | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maharchikna
Public transport in the Maharchikna is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paradgaon, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lonar to Maharchikna is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Maharchikna is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maharchikna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maharchikna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maharchikna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maharchikna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maharchikna
Where is Maharchikna located?
Maharchikna village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maharchikna?
The Gram Panchayat of Maharchikna is Mahar Chikana.
What is the pincode of Maharchikna?
The pincode of Maharchikna is 443301.
What is the population of Maharchikna?
Maharchikna has a total population of 1,165, including 625 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Maharchikna?
There are 260 households in Maharchikna.
What is the literacy rate in Maharchikna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maharchikna is 68.07%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 58.52%.