Khakurdi - Malegaon, Nashik
Khakurdi is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Khakurdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakurdi is 550171. The village covers a total geographical area of 1442.57 hectares and falls under the 423206 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khakurdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakurdi
As per Census 2011, Khakurdi village has a total population of 3,797 people, consisting of 1,993 males and 1,804 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 586 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,356 literate and 1,441 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,230 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khakurdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,797 | 1,993 | 1,804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 586 | 314 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 215 | 111 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,230 | 628 | 602 |
| Literate Population | 2,356 | 1,323 | 1,033 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,441 | 670 | 771 |
Nearby Villages of Khakurdi
Khakurdi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mordar | East | 2.65 km |
| Valwadi | North | 3.54 km |
| Vadner | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Nimshevadi | North-East | 4.21 km |
| Tipe | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Sawatawadi | South-West | 5.02 km |
| Garegaon | North | 5.14 km |
| Valwade | North-West | 5.23 km |
| Vadel | South-East | 5.62 km |
| Kothare Kh. | West | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khakurdi
Khakurdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mohadi Pragane Laling, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.7 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 Malegaon to Khakurdi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Khakurdi is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakurdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakurdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khakurdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakurdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khakurdi
Where is Khakurdi located?
Khakurdi village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakurdi?
Khakurdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khakurdi?
The pincode of Khakurdi is 423206.
What is the population of Khakurdi?
Khakurdi has a total population of 3,797, including 1,993 males and 1,804 females.
How many households are there in Khakurdi?
There are 737 households in Khakurdi.
What is the literacy rate in Khakurdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakurdi is 62.05%. Male literacy is 66.38% and female literacy is 57.26%.