Palkhed
About Palkhed
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Palkhed village is 551309. Palkhed village is located in Niphad tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Niphad (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Palkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1422.32 hectares. Palkhed has a total population of 6,337 peoples, out of which male population is 3,217 while female population is 3,120. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 969 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of palkhed village is 77.45% out of which 81.44% males and 73.33% females are literate. There are about 1,143 houses in palkhed village.
When it comes to administration, Palkhed village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Palkhed village comes under Niphad Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dindori Lok Sabha constituency. Nashik is nearest town to palkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
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Population of Palkhed
The population details of Palkhed cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,337 | 3,217 | 3,120 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 729 | 401 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 499 | 264 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,484 | 732 | 752 |
| Literate Population | 4,908 | 2,620 | 2,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,429 | 597 | 832 |
Connectivity of Palkhed
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palkhed
Where is Palkhed located?
Palkhed village is situated in Niphad 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 population of Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Palkhed is 6,337, with 3,217 males and 3,120 females.
How many households are there in Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Palkhed village has a total of 1,143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkhed as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Palkhed is 77.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.44%, while the female literacy rate is 73.33%.