Palkhed - Niphad, Nashik
Palkhed is a village situated in the Niphad tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niphad and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Palkhed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palkhed is 551309. The village covers a total geographical area of 1422.32 hectares and falls under the 422209 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Palkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niphad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Palkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Palkhed village had a total population of 6,337 people, including 3,217 males and 3,120 females, living in 1,143 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.52%, with male literacy at 93.04% and female literacy at 81.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 499, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,484.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,337 | 3,217 | 3,120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 729 | 401 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 264 | 235 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,484 | 732 | 752 |
| Literate Population | 4,908 | 2,620 | 2,288 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,429 | 597 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Palkhed
Palkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumbhari | South-East | 2.65 km |
| Wavi | North-East | 3.16 km |
| Lonwadi | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Gorthan | North | 3.23 km |
| Davachwadi | South | 3.58 km |
| Ahergaon | West | 3.88 km |
| Panchkeshwar | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Karsul | South | 4.81 km |
| Dhotarkhede | North | 4.89 km |
| Ranwad | East | 5.27 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palkhed
Palkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Niphad, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Palkhed is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Palkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Palkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Palkhed
Where is Palkhed located?
Palkhed village is located in Niphad Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Palkhed?
Palkhed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Palkhed?
The pincode of Palkhed is 422209.
What is the population of Palkhed?
Palkhed had a total population of 6,337, including 3,217 males and 3,120 females.
How many households are there in Palkhed?
Palkhed had 1,143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Palkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palkhed was 87.52%. Male literacy was 93.04% and female literacy was 81.95%.