Khokalewadi - Gangakhed, Parbhani
Khokalewadi is a village situated in the Gangakhed tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangakhed and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Khokalewadi village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khokalewadi is 547063. The village covers a total geographical area of 661 hectares and falls under the 431514 pincode. Gangakhed is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khokalewadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khokalewadi
According to the 2011 Census, Khokalewadi village had a total population of 1,662 people, including 863 males and 799 females, living in 385 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.73%, with male literacy at 94.45% and female literacy at 80.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 169, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 1,662 | 863 | 799 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 142 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 90 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 681 | 542 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 182 | 257 |
Nearby Villages of Khokalewadi
Khokalewadi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Wagdara | South-East | 2.45 km |
| Chilgarwadi | South-East | 2.60 km |
| Makhani | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Isad | North | 3.33 km |
| Pandhargaon | East | 3.37 km |
| Supa | South | 3.60 km |
| Sirsam Shegaon | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Sanglewadi | North | 4.55 km |
| Devkatwadi | North-East | 4.60 km |
| Limbewadi | East | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khokalewadi
Khokalewadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gangakher, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.8 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 Gangakhed to Khokalewadi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Khokalewadi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khokalewadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khokalewadi 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 Khokalewadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khokalewadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khokalewadi
Where is Khokalewadi located?
Khokalewadi village is located in Gangakhed Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khokalewadi?
Khokalewadi is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khokalewadi?
The pincode of Khokalewadi is 431514.
What is the population of Khokalewadi?
Khokalewadi had a total population of 1,662, including 863 males and 799 females.
How many households are there in Khokalewadi?
Khokalewadi had 385 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khokalewadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khokalewadi was 87.73%. Male literacy was 94.45% and female literacy was 80.53%.