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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Molkheda village has a total population of 1,226 people, consisting of 649 males and 577 females. The village has 270 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 166 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 815 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Molkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,226 | 649 | 577 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 166 | 99 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 48 | 39 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Molkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Molkheda is Jamthi.
What is the pincode of Molkheda?
The pincode of Molkheda is 431118.
What is the population of Molkheda?
Molkheda has a total population of 1,226, including 649 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Molkheda?
There are 270 households in Molkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Molkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Molkheda is 66.48%. Male literacy is 72.73% and female literacy is 59.45%.