Molkheda - Soegaon, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Molkheda is a village situated in the Soegaon tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 60 km from Soegaon and around 150 km from Aurangabad. Jamthi serves as the Village Panchayat for Molkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Molkheda is 548519. The village covers a total geographical area of 990 hectares and falls under the 431118 pincode. Buldana is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Molkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sillod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Molkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Molkheda village had a total population of 1,226 people, including 649 males and 577 females, living in 270 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.89%, with male literacy at 85.82% and female literacy at 67.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 87.
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 | 1,226 | 649 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 472 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 177 | 234 |
Nearby Villages of Molkheda
Molkheda 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 Molkheda
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Molkheda.
| 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 Buldana to Molkheda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Molkheda is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Molkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Molkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Molkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Molkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Molkheda
Where is Molkheda located?
Molkheda village is located in Soegaon Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Molkheda?
The Village Panchayat of Molkheda is Jamthi.
What is the pincode of Molkheda?
The pincode of Molkheda is 431118.
What is the population of Molkheda?
Molkheda had a total population of 1,226, including 649 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Molkheda?
Molkheda had 270 households.
What is the literacy rate in Molkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molkheda was 76.89%. Male literacy was 85.82% and female literacy was 67.25%.