Khirdi Bk. - Raver, Jalgaon
Khirdi Bk. is a village situated in the Raver tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raver and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Khirdi Bk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirdi Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirdi Bk. is 526945. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.55 hectares and falls under the 425507 pincode. Raver is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khirdi Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Muktainagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirdi Bk.
As per Census 2011, Khirdi Bk. village has a total population of 4,239 people, consisting of 2,157 males and 2,082 females. The village has 1,000 households and a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males. There are 513 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,774 literate and 1,465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 785 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 322 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirdi Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,239 | 2,157 | 2,082 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 513 | 270 | 243 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 415 | 370 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 163 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 2,774 | 1,570 | 1,204 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,465 | 587 | 878 |
Nearby Villages of Khirdi Bk.
Khirdi Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khirdi Kh. | West | 1.10 km |
| Waghadi | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Rembhote | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Shingadi | South | 2.45 km |
| Bhamalwadi | South | 2.62 km |
| Singanur | West | 3.06 km |
| Dhamodi | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Balwadi | South-West | 3.51 km |
| Vivare Bk. | North | 4.07 km |
| Kandwel | South | 4.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khirdi Bk.
Khirdi Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nimbhora, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raver to Khirdi Bk. is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Khirdi Bk. is about 65 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 Khirdi Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirdi Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khirdi 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 Khirdi Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khirdi Bk.
Where is Khirdi Bk. located?
Khirdi Bk. village is located in Raver Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirdi Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirdi Bk. is Khirdi Bk.
What is the pincode of Khirdi Bk.?
The pincode of Khirdi Bk. is 425507.
What is the population of Khirdi Bk.?
Khirdi Bk. has a total population of 4,239, including 2,157 males and 2,082 females.
How many households are there in Khirdi Bk.?
There are 1,000 households in Khirdi Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Khirdi Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirdi Bk. is 65.44%. Male literacy is 72.79% and female literacy is 57.83%.