Palkhed - Vaijapur, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
Palkhed is a village situated in the Vaijapur tehsil of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from Vaijapur and around 60 km from Aurangabad. Palkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkhed is 549125. The village covers a total geographical area of 1665.28 hectares and falls under the 423703 pincode. Vaijapur is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Palkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vaijapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkhed
As per Census 2011, Palkhed village has a total population of 4,262 people, consisting of 2,215 males and 2,047 females. The village has 891 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 582 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,665 literate and 1,597 illiterate residents. Additionally, 473 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,262 | 2,215 | 2,047 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 582 | 308 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 244 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 69 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 2,665 | 1,577 | 1,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,597 | 638 | 959 |
Nearby Villages of Palkhed
Palkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dahegaon | North | 2.55 km |
| Ballali Sagaj | South | 2.82 km |
| Khirdi | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Golwadi | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Karanjgaon | North-East | 4.35 km |
| Jalgaon | East | 4.38 km |
| Hargovindpur | South-East | 4.59 km |
| Rahegavhan | North | 4.71 km |
| Takli Sagaj | West | 4.71 km |
| Ekodi Sagaj | South | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palkhed
Palkhed is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Karanjgaon, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.9 km.
| 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 Vaijapur to Palkhed is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Palkhed is about 60 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 Palkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palkhed
Where is Palkhed located?
Palkhed village is located in Vaijapur Tehsil, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkhed?
Palkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palkhed?
The pincode of Palkhed is 423703.
What is the population of Palkhed?
Palkhed has a total population of 4,262, including 2,215 males and 2,047 females.
How many households are there in Palkhed?
There are 891 households in Palkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Palkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkhed is 62.53%. Male literacy is 71.20% and female literacy is 53.15%.