Khamkhed - Malkapur, Buldhana
Khamkhed is a village situated in the Malkapur tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Malkapur and around 59 km from Buldana. Khamkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamkhed is 528629. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.51 hectares and falls under the 443101 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khamkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khamkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Khamkhed village had a total population of 971 people, including 489 males and 482 females, living in 226 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.82%, with male literacy at 93.87% and female literacy at 81.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 971 | 489 | 482 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 65 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 398 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 91 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Khamkhed
Khamkhed 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 Khamkhed
Public transport in the Khamkhed is mainly available through shared van services. Khamkhed has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Khamkhed is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Khamkhed is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamkhed 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 Khamkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamkhed 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 Khamkhed
Where is Khamkhed located?
Khamkhed village is located in Malkapur Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamkhed?
Khamkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khamkhed?
The pincode of Khamkhed is 443101.
What is the population of Khamkhed?
Khamkhed had a total population of 971, including 489 males and 482 females.
How many households are there in Khamkhed?
Khamkhed had 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamkhed was 87.82%. Male literacy was 93.87% and female literacy was 81.86%.