Halda - Kandhar, Nanded
Halda is a village situated in the Kandhar tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kandhar and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Halda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Halda is 545371. The village covers a total geographical area of 1780 hectares and falls under the 431746 pincode. Kandhar is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Halda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Latur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Halda
As per Census 2011, Halda village has a total population of 4,706 people, consisting of 2,371 males and 2,335 females. The village has 924 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 658 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,695 literate and 2,011 illiterate residents. Additionally, 785 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Halda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,706 | 2,371 | 2,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 658 | 321 | 337 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 394 | 391 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 2 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 2,695 | 1,591 | 1,104 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,011 | 780 | 1,231 |
Nearby Villages of Halda
Halda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hisse Aural | West | 3.08 km |
| Bhukmari | East | 3.40 km |
| Ladka | North | 3.60 km |
| Katkalmba | South-West | 3.83 km |
| Chikhali | North-West | 4.09 km |
| Gunda | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Rautkheda | South | 4.77 km |
| Sugaon | North-East | 5.00 km |
| Aural | West | 5.05 km |
| Barul | South-West | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Halda
Halda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sivungaon, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandhar to Halda is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Halda is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Halda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Halda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Halda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Halda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Halda
Where is Halda located?
Halda village is located in Kandhar Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Halda?
Halda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Halda?
The pincode of Halda is 431746.
What is the population of Halda?
Halda has a total population of 4,706, including 2,371 males and 2,335 females.
How many households are there in Halda?
There are 924 households in Halda.
What is the literacy rate in Halda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Halda is 57.27%. Male literacy is 67.10% and female literacy is 47.28%.