Malkhed Ujad - Mehkar, Buldhana
Malkhed Ujad is a village situated in the Mehkar tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from Mehkar and around 45 km from Buldana. Hiwarkhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkhed Ujad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkhed Ujad is 528927. The village covers a total geographical area of 217.88 hectares and falls under the 443301 pincode. Chikhli is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Malkhed Ujad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Malkhed Ujad
According to the 2011 Census, Malkhed Ujad village had a total population of 626 people, including 339 males and 287 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.18%, with male literacy at 90.51% and female literacy at 72.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 626 | 339 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 267 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 72 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Malkhed Ujad
Malkhed Ujad 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 Malkhed Ujad
Malkhed Ujad 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chikhli to Malkhed Ujad is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Malkhed Ujad is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkhed Ujad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkhed Ujad 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 Malkhed Ujad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkhed Ujad 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 Malkhed Ujad
Where is Malkhed Ujad located?
Malkhed Ujad village is located in Mehkar Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkhed Ujad?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkhed Ujad is Hiwarkhed.
What is the pincode of Malkhed Ujad?
The pincode of Malkhed Ujad is 443301.
What is the population of Malkhed Ujad?
Malkhed Ujad had a total population of 626, including 339 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Malkhed Ujad?
Malkhed Ujad had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malkhed Ujad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkhed Ujad was 82.18%. Male literacy was 90.51% and female literacy was 72.55%.