Ghankheda
Ghankheda is a village located in Jafferabad tehsil of Jalna district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Jafferabad (tehsildar office) and 77km away from district headquarter Jalna. As per 2009 stats, Ghankheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ghankheda unique in its vibrant Jafferabad-Jalna region. You’ll see Ghankheda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Ghankheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghankheda is 547437. The village spans a total geographical area of 407.9 hectares. Buldana is nearest town to Ghankheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
Google Map of Ghankheda
Population of Ghankheda
According to the 2011 Census, Ghankheda has a total population of about 1,047, with approximately 580 males and 467 females. The sex ratio is around 805 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 188 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.71%, with male literacy at about 73.79% and female literacy near 55.67%. There are around 209 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghankheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 580 | 467 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 92 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 188 | 107 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 688 | 428 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 152 | 207 |
Connectivity of Ghankheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghankheda. As per the 2011 stats, Ghankheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghankheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghankheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghankheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghankheda
- Where is Ghankheda located?
- Ghankheda village is situated in Jafferabad Tehsil, within the Jalna district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghankheda?
- Ghankheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Ghankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghankheda is 1,047, with 580 males and 467 females.
- How many households are there in Ghankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghankheda village has a total of 209 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghankheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghankheda is 65.71%. The male literacy rate is 73.79%, while the female literacy rate is 55.67%.