Varkhed Bk. - Bodvad, Jalgaon
Varkhed Bk. is a village situated in the Bodvad tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bodvad and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Varkhede Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Varkhed Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Varkhed Bk. is 527074. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.87 hectares and falls under the 425310 pincode. Malkapur is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Varkhed Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Varkhed Bk.
As per Census 2011, Varkhed Bk. village has a total population of 805 people, consisting of 414 males and 391 females. The village has 200 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 185 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 65 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Varkhed Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 805 | 414 | 391 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 60 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 335 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 185 | 79 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Varkhed Bk.
Varkhed Bk. 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 Varkhed Bk.
Public transport in the Varkhed Bk. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Varkhed Bk..
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malkapur to Varkhed Bk. is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Varkhed Bk. is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Varkhed Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Varkhed Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Varkhed Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Varkhed Bk. 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Varkhed Bk.
Where is Varkhed Bk. located?
Varkhed Bk. village is located in Bodvad Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Varkhed Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Varkhed Bk. is Varkhede Bk..
What is the pincode of Varkhed Bk.?
The pincode of Varkhed Bk. is 425310.
What is the population of Varkhed Bk.?
Varkhed Bk. has a total population of 805, including 414 males and 391 females.
How many households are there in Varkhed Bk.?
There are 200 households in Varkhed Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Varkhed Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Varkhed Bk. is 77.02%. Male literacy is 80.92% and female literacy is 72.89%.