Raikhed - Shahade, Nandurbar
Raikhed is a village situated in the Shahade tehsil of Nandurbar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahade and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Nandurbar. Raykhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raikhed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raikhed is 525497. The village covers a total geographical area of 491.25 hectares and falls under the 425409 pincode. Khetiya (m.p.) is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Raikhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shahada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raikhed
As per Census 2011, Raikhed village has a total population of 2,880 people, consisting of 1,469 males and 1,411 females. The village has 568 households and a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,509 literate and 1,371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,728 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raikhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,880 | 1,469 | 1,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 205 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 75 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,728 | 873 | 855 |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 860 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,371 | 609 | 762 |
Nearby Villages of Raikhed
Raikhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kheddigar | North | 1.87 km |
| Kochare | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Sultanpur | West | 2.51 km |
| Kurangi | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Javkheda | South | 2.75 km |
| Biladi-t-haveli | North | 3.11 km |
| Bahirpur | North-West | 3.42 km |
| Mubarakpur | North-West | 3.57 km |
| Bhagapur | South-West | 4.06 km |
| Adgaon | North-West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raikhed
Raikhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ranala, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.4 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 Khetiya (m.p.) to Raikhed is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nandurbar to Raikhed is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raikhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raikhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Raikhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raikhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raikhed
Where is Raikhed located?
Raikhed village is located in Shahade Tehsil, Nandurbar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raikhed?
The Gram Panchayat of Raikhed is Raykhed.
What is the pincode of Raikhed?
The pincode of Raikhed is 425409.
What is the population of Raikhed?
Raikhed has a total population of 2,880, including 1,469 males and 1,411 females.
How many households are there in Raikhed?
There are 568 households in Raikhed.
What is the literacy rate in Raikhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raikhed is 52.40%. Male literacy is 58.54% and female literacy is 46.00%.