Khamkhede - Deola, Nashik
Khamkhede is a village situated in the Deola tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Deola and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Khamkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamkhede village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamkhede is 549937. The village covers a total geographical area of 1380.9 hectares and falls under the 423301 pincode. Satana is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khamkhede village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandvad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamkhede
As per Census 2011, Khamkhede village has a total population of 2,803 people, consisting of 1,464 males and 1,339 females. The village has 570 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,041 literate and 762 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 817 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khamkhede are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,803 | 1,464 | 1,339 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 180 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 71 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 817 | 396 | 421 |
| Literate Population | 2,041 | 1,135 | 906 |
| Illiterate Population | 762 | 329 | 433 |
Nearby Villages of Khamkhede
Khamkhede 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pimpaldar | North-East | 2.96 km |
| Pilakos | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Savaki Lo | South-East | 3.05 km |
| Chacher | West | 3.13 km |
| Navegaon | North | 3.68 km |
| Visapur | West | 4.77 km |
| Wadi Chaulher | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Bagadu | South-West | 5.24 km |
| Bhadvan | West | 5.28 km |
| Bhaur | South | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamkhede
Khamkhede is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Summit, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.4 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 Satana to Khamkhede is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Khamkhede is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khamkhede
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamkhede village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khamkhede
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamkhede village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khamkhede
Where is Khamkhede located?
Khamkhede village is located in Deola Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamkhede?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamkhede is Khamkheda.
What is the pincode of Khamkhede?
The pincode of Khamkhede is 423301.
What is the population of Khamkhede?
Khamkhede has a total population of 2,803, including 1,464 males and 1,339 females.
How many households are there in Khamkhede?
There are 570 households in Khamkhede.
What is the literacy rate in Khamkhede?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamkhede is 72.81%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 67.66%.