Jalkhed
Jalkhed is a village located in Dindori tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Dindori (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Jalkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Jalkhed has its own place in the vibrant Nashik region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Jalkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jalkhed is 550542. The village spans a total geographical area of 1456 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Jalkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
As per 2019 stats, Jalkhed village comes under Dindori assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Jalkhed
Population of Jalkhed
Below is a concise population overview of Jalkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,930 | 991 | 939 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 139 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 999 | 515 | 484 |
| Literate Population | 1,227 | 687 | 540 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 304 | 399 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jalkhed village:
- The total population of Jalkhed village is around 1,930, including approximately 991 males and 939 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 268 children aged 0–6 years in Jalkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jalkhed village has 76 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 999 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Jalkhed village is about 63.58%, with male literacy at 69.32% and female literacy at 57.51%.
- There are around 359 households in Jalkhed village.
Connectivity of Jalkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jalkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Jalkhed 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 Jalkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Jalkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jalkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jalkhed
- Where is Jalkhed located?
- Jalkhed village is situated in Dindori Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Jalkhed?
- Jalkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Jalkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jalkhed is 1,930, with 991 males and 939 females.
- How many households are there in Jalkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jalkhed village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jalkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jalkhed is 63.58%. The male literacy rate is 69.32%, while the female literacy rate is 57.51%.