Garkheda - Jintur, Parbhani
Garkheda is a village situated in the Jintur tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jintur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Rajegaon serves as the Village Panchayat for Garkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garkheda is 546556. The village covers a total geographical area of 687.14 hectares and falls under the 431509 pincode. Jintur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Garkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Garkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Garkheda village had a total population of 238 people, including 119 males and 119 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.59%, with male literacy at 83.87% and female literacy at 42.86%.
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 | 238 | 119 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 78 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 41 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Garkheda
Garkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jogawada | South | 2.01 km |
| Pandhargala | South | 2.48 km |
| Sostanda | West | 2.49 km |
| Wadali | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Sawargaon | North-West | 3.12 km |
| Sos | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Rajegaon | South | 4.21 km |
| Kurhadi | North | 4.23 km |
| Bhosi | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Sawargaon Tanda | North-West | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garkheda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Garkheda. The nearest railway station is Selu, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 70.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jintur to Garkheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Garkheda is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Garkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Garkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Garkheda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Garkheda
Where is Garkheda located?
Garkheda village is located in Jintur Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Garkheda?
The Village Panchayat of Garkheda is Rajegaon.
What is the pincode of Garkheda?
The pincode of Garkheda is 431509.
What is the population of Garkheda?
Garkheda had a total population of 238, including 119 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Garkheda?
Garkheda had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Garkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garkheda was 63.59%. Male literacy was 83.87% and female literacy was 42.86%.