Khidse - Jawhar, Palghar
Khidse is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from Jawhar and around 118 km from Thane. Aaina serves as the Village Panchayat for Khidse village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khidse is 551950. The village covers a total geographical area of 603.73 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khidse village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khidse
According to the 2011 Census, Khidse village had a total population of 490 people, including 248 males and 242 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.35%, with male literacy at 70.50% and female literacy at 52.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 481.
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 | 490 | 248 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 481 | 243 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 141 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 244 | 107 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Khidse
Khidse is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khidse
Public transport in the Khidse is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Jawhar to Khidse is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Khidse is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khidse
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khidse 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khidse
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khidse village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khidse
Where is Khidse located?
Khidse village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khidse?
The Village Panchayat of Khidse is Aaina.
What is the pincode of Khidse?
The pincode of Khidse is 401603.
What is the population of Khidse?
Khidse had a total population of 490, including 248 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Khidse?
Khidse had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khidse?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khidse was 61.35%. Male literacy was 70.50% and female literacy was 52.24%.