Unhalkhed - Shegaon, Buldhana
Unhalkhed is a village situated in the Shegaon tehsil of Buldhana district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Shegaon and around 76 km from Buldana. Higna Vaijnath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Unhalkhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Unhalkhed is 528431. The village covers a total geographical area of 176.03 hectares and falls under the 444203 pincode. Shegaon is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Unhalkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalgaon (Jamod) Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buldhana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Unhalkhed
As per Census 2011, Unhalkhed village has a total population of 99 people, consisting of 50 males and 49 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 74 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Unhalkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Unhalkhed
Unhalkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shrikshetra Nagzari | West | 1.36 km |
| Onkarkhed | South | 2.21 km |
| Kasura | South-East | 2.66 km |
| Takali Nagzari | West | 2.68 km |
| Ghui | North | 2.76 km |
| Manarkhed Kh | South | 3.30 km |
| Kalamba Budruk | East | 3.68 km |
| Manarkhed | South-East | 4.16 km |
| Warkhed Bk. | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Kalambi Mahagaon | North-East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Unhalkhed
Unhalkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is S K Nagjihari, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Shegaon to Unhalkhed is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buldana to Unhalkhed is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Unhalkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Unhalkhed 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 Unhalkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Unhalkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Unhalkhed
Where is Unhalkhed located?
Unhalkhed village is located in Shegaon Tehsil, Buldhana district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Unhalkhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Unhalkhed is Higna Vaijnath.
What is the pincode of Unhalkhed?
The pincode of Unhalkhed is 444203.
What is the population of Unhalkhed?
Unhalkhed has a total population of 99, including 50 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Unhalkhed?
There are 22 households in Unhalkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Unhalkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Unhalkhed is 74.75%. Male literacy is 82.00% and female literacy is 67.35%.