Palkhed

Palkhed is a village located in Dindori tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Dindori (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Palkhed village is also a gram panchayat.

Palkhed 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 Palkhed

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Palkhed is 550656. The village spans a total geographical area of 1148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 422202. Nashik is nearest town to Palkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

As per 2019 stats, Palkhed village comes under Dindori assembly & parliamentary constituency.

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Population of Palkhed

Below is a concise population overview of Palkhed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,576 2,321 2,255
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 601 340 261
Scheduled Castes (SC) 231 107 124
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,020 1,012 1,008
Literate Population 3,173 1,726 1,447
Illiterate Population 1,403 595 808

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Palkhed village:

  • The total population of Palkhed village is around 4,576, including approximately 2,321 males and 2,255 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 601 children aged 0–6 years in Palkhed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Palkhed village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,020 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Palkhed village is about 69.34%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 64.17%.
  • There are around 813 households in Palkhed village.

Connectivity of Palkhed

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Palkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Palkhed 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Palkhed

Knowing the nearby villages of Palkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Palkhed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Palkhed

Where is Palkhed located?
Palkhed village is situated in Dindori Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palkhed?
Palkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Palkhed?
The pincode of Palkhed is 422202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkhed is 4,576, with 2,321 males and 2,255 females.
How many households are there in Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palkhed village has a total of 813 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkhed is 69.34%. The male literacy rate is 74.36%, while the female literacy rate is 64.17%.