Gadkhamb - Amalner, Jalgaon
Gadkhamb is a village situated in the Amalner tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Amalner and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Gadkhamb village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gadkhamb is 527460. The village covers a total geographical area of 520.63 hectares and falls under the 425401 pincode. Amalner is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Gadkhamb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Amalner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gadkhamb
As per Census 2011, Gadkhamb village has a total population of 1,329 people, consisting of 689 males and 640 females. The village has 300 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 133 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,047 literate and 282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gadkhamb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,329 | 689 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 83 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 46 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 562 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 127 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Gadkhamb
Gadkhamb 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachare | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Dhupi | South-West | 2.62 km |
| Manjardi | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Pimpli Pr.jalod | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Nagaon Kh. | South | 2.94 km |
| Nagaon Bk. | South-West | 3.09 km |
| Khaushi Bk. | North | 3.18 km |
| Dahiwad Bk | East | 3.29 km |
| Nandri | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Pilode | West | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gadkhamb
Gadkhamb is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takarkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amalner to Gadkhamb is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Gadkhamb is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gadkhamb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gadkhamb village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gadkhamb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gadkhamb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gadkhamb
Where is Gadkhamb located?
Gadkhamb village is located in Amalner Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gadkhamb?
Gadkhamb is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gadkhamb?
The pincode of Gadkhamb is 425401.
What is the population of Gadkhamb?
Gadkhamb has a total population of 1,329, including 689 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Gadkhamb?
There are 300 households in Gadkhamb.
What is the literacy rate in Gadkhamb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gadkhamb is 78.78%. Male literacy is 81.57% and female literacy is 75.78%.