Valkhed
Valkhed is a village located in Dindori tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dindori (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Walkhed is the gram panchayat of Valkhed village.
Here you can discover what makes Valkhed unique in its vibrant Dindori-Nashik region. You’ll see Valkhed’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Valkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Valkhed is 550641. The village spans a total geographical area of 640.25 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Valkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
As per 2019 stats, Valkhed village comes under Dindori assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Valkhed
Population of Valkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Valkhed has a total population of about 1,842, with approximately 949 males and 893 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 247 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 14 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 725. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.15%, with male literacy at about 78.82% and female literacy near 65.06%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Valkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,842 | 949 | 893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 247 | 133 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 725 | 371 | 354 |
| Literate Population | 1,329 | 748 | 581 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 201 | 312 |
Connectivity of Valkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Valkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Valkhed 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Valkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Valkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Valkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Valkhed
- Where is Valkhed located?
- Valkhed village is situated in Dindori Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Valkhed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Valkhed is Walkhed (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Valkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Valkhed is 1,842, with 949 males and 893 females.
- How many households are there in Valkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Valkhed village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Valkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Valkhed is 72.15%. The male literacy rate is 78.82%, while the female literacy rate is 65.06%.