Kahurkhede - Bhusawal, Jalgaon
Kahurkhede is a village situated in the Bhusawal tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhusawal and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kahurkhede village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kahurkhede is 527134. The village covers a total geographical area of 467.49 hectares and falls under the 425308 pincode. Bhusaval is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kahurkhede village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhusawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kahurkhede
As per Census 2011, Kahurkhede village has a total population of 1,342 people, consisting of 696 males and 646 females. The village has 325 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 927 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 63 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kahurkhede are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,342 | 696 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 927 | 545 | 382 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 151 | 264 |
Nearby Villages of Kahurkhede
Kahurkhede 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bohardi Bk | South | 2.29 km |
| Manpur | North | 2.36 km |
| Daryapur | West | 3.32 km |
| Vadhave | North-East | 3.36 km |
| Ojharkhede | South | 4.28 km |
| Talwel | South-West | 4.30 km |
| Hatnur | North-West | 4.88 km |
| Tahakali | North | 5.16 km |
| Belkhede | South | 5.60 km |
| Kasarkhede | North | 5.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kahurkhede
Kahurkhede is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Achegaon, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhusaval to Kahurkhede is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Kahurkhede is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kahurkhede
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kahurkhede 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kahurkhede
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kahurkhede village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kahurkhede
Where is Kahurkhede located?
Kahurkhede village is located in Bhusawal Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kahurkhede?
Kahurkhede is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kahurkhede?
The pincode of Kahurkhede is 425308.
What is the population of Kahurkhede?
Kahurkhede has a total population of 1,342, including 696 males and 646 females.
How many households are there in Kahurkhede?
There are 325 households in Kahurkhede.
What is the literacy rate in Kahurkhede?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kahurkhede is 69.08%. Male literacy is 78.30% and female literacy is 59.13%.