Khadki - Kurkheda, Gadchiroli
Khadki is a village situated in the Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurkheda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Angara serves as the Village Panchayat for Khadki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadki is 538723. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.54 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 113 km away.
Khadki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khadki
According to the 2011 Census, Khadki village had a total population of 738 people, including 373 males and 365 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.16%, with male literacy at 87.39% and female literacy at 68.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 235, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 492.
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 | 738 | 373 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 235 | 118 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 250 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 291 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 82 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Khadki
Khadki 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 Khadki
Khadki is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Desaiganj to Khadki is about 113 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Khadki is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khadki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadki 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khadki
Where is Khadki located?
Khadki village is located in Kurkheda Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khadki?
The Village Panchayat of Khadki is Angara.
What is the pincode of Khadki?
The pincode of Khadki is 441217.
What is the population of Khadki?
Khadki had a total population of 738, including 373 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Khadki?
Khadki had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadki was 78.16%. Male literacy was 87.39% and female literacy was 68.88%.