Khadkuna - Akkalkuwa, Nandurbar
Khadkuna is a village situated in the Akkalkuwa tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akkalkuwa and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Khadkuna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadkuna is 525117. The village covers a total geographical area of 281.13 hectares and falls under the 425419 pincode. Talode is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khadkuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khadkuna
According to the 2011 Census, Khadkuna village had a total population of 1,079 people, including 518 males and 561 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.99%, with male literacy at 72.67% and female literacy at 56.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,079.
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 | 1,079 | 518 | 561 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 79 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,079 | 518 | 561 |
| Literate Population | 597 | 319 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 482 | 199 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Khadkuna
Khadkuna 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 Khadkuna
Khadkuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Talode to Khadkuna is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Khadkuna is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadkuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadkuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khadkuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadkuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khadkuna
Where is Khadkuna located?
Khadkuna village is located in Akkalkuwa Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadkuna?
Khadkuna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khadkuna?
The pincode of Khadkuna is 425419.
What is the population of Khadkuna?
Khadkuna had a total population of 1,079, including 518 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Khadkuna?
Khadkuna had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadkuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadkuna was 63.99%. Male literacy was 72.67% and female literacy was 56.28%.