Khirdi - Surgana, Nashik
Khirdi is a village situated in the Surgana tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surgana and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Khirdi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirdi is 549761. The village covers a total geographical area of 1237.33 hectares and falls under the 422007 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Khirdi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirdi
According to the 2011 Census, Khirdi village had a total population of 1,541 people, including 766 males and 775 females, living in 310 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.32%, with male literacy at 55.34% and female literacy at 49.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,530.
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 | 1,541 | 766 | 775 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 148 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,530 | 760 | 770 |
| Literate Population | 654 | 342 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 887 | 424 | 463 |
Nearby Villages of Khirdi
Khirdi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khobale Digar | North-West | 2.46 km |
| Bhenshet | North-East | 3.27 km |
| Kelavan | North-East | 4.61 km |
| Khokarvihir | East | 5.00 km |
| Undohal | North | 5.50 km |
| Kayare | South | 5.51 km |
| Khadki Digar | North-East | 5.80 km |
| Gandole | East | 6.09 km |
| Zagadpada | North-East | 6.74 km |
| Sarmal | North | 7.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khirdi
Khirdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Surat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.2 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 Nashik to Khirdi is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khirdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khirdi
Where is Khirdi located?
Khirdi village is located in Surgana Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khirdi?
Khirdi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirdi?
The pincode of Khirdi is 422007.
What is the population of Khirdi?
Khirdi had a total population of 1,541, including 766 males and 775 females.
How many households are there in Khirdi?
Khirdi had 310 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirdi was 52.32%. Male literacy was 55.34% and female literacy was 49.37%.