Garkheda - Bhokardan, Jalna
Garkheda is a village situated in the Bhokardan tehsil of Jalna district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhokardan and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Jalna. Garkheda/ Jomala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Garkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkheda is 547357. The village covers a total geographical area of 635 hectares and falls under the 431114 pincode. Bhokardan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Garkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badnapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Garkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Garkheda village had a total population of 858 people, including 450 males and 408 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.04%, with male literacy at 88.02% and female literacy at 58.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 84.
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 | 858 | 450 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 338 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 112 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Garkheda
Garkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jomala | West | 2.19 km |
| Fattepur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Masanpur | North | 2.82 km |
| Lingewadi | East | 2.96 km |
| Soegaon Devi | South | 3.70 km |
| Baranjala (lokhande) | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Chorhala | North-East | 4.34 km |
| Kumbhari | South-West | 4.42 km |
| Viregaon | North | 4.66 km |
| Babhulgaon | North-East | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garkheda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garkheda. The nearest railway station is Badnapur, while the nearest airport is Aurangabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhokardan to Garkheda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalna to Garkheda is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Garkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkheda 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 Garkheda
Where is Garkheda located?
Garkheda village is located in Bhokardan Tehsil, Jalna district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Garkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Garkheda is Garkheda/ Jomala.
What is the pincode of Garkheda?
The pincode of Garkheda is 431114.
What is the population of Garkheda?
Garkheda had a total population of 858, including 450 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Garkheda?
Garkheda had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkheda was 74.04%. Male literacy was 88.02% and female literacy was 58.43%.