Mohotkhed - Lonar, Buldhana
Mohotkhed is a village situated in the Lonar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from Lonar and around 95 km from Buldana. Mohatkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohotkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohotkhed is 529547. The village covers a total geographical area of 772.7 hectares and falls under the 443302 pincode. Mehkar is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Mohotkhed 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 Mohotkhed
As per Census 2011, Mohotkhed village has a total population of 913 people, consisting of 476 males and 437 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 634 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mohotkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 913 | 476 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 68 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 368 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 108 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Mohotkhed
Mohotkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nijampur | West | 1.41 km |
| Bori | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Matarkhed | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Bagulkhed | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Gundha | South | 3.08 km |
| Gohagaon | East | 3.89 km |
| Turkhed | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Suryapur | North | 4.04 km |
| Jafrabad | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Antri Deshmukh | North-West | 4.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mohotkhed
Mohotkhed is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Kekatumar, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 66.8 km.
| 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 Mehkar to Mohotkhed is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Mohotkhed 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 Mohotkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohotkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mohotkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mohotkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mohotkhed
Where is Mohotkhed located?
Mohotkhed village is located in Lonar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mohotkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohotkhed is Mohatkhed.
What is the pincode of Mohotkhed?
The pincode of Mohotkhed is 443302.
What is the population of Mohotkhed?
Mohotkhed has a total population of 913, including 476 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Mohotkhed?
There are 212 households in Mohotkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Mohotkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohotkhed is 69.44%. Male literacy is 77.31% and female literacy is 60.87%.