Khujada - Purna, Parbhani
Khujada is a village situated in the Purna tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purna and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Khujada village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khujada is 547221. The village covers a total geographical area of 870 hectares and falls under the 431511 pincode. Purna is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khujada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khujada
According to the 2011 Census, Khujada village had a total population of 1,678 people, including 861 males and 817 females, living in 309 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.56%, with male literacy at 83.31% and female literacy at 58.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 315.
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 | 1,678 | 861 | 817 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 118 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 315 | 164 | 151 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,029 | 619 | 410 |
| Illiterate Population | 649 | 242 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Khujada
Khujada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Phukatgaon | North | 1.66 km |
| Ekrukha | South | 2.67 km |
| Kanhegaon | North | 3.07 km |
| Khambegaon | West | 3.48 km |
| Sirkalas | West | 4.07 km |
| Kanadkhed | South-East | 4.47 km |
| Mamdapur | North-West | 4.58 km |
| Ganpur | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Surwadi | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Nila | South | 5.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khujada
Khujada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Purna Jn, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purna to Khujada is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Khujada is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khujada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khujada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khujada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khujada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khujada
Where is Khujada located?
Khujada village is located in Purna Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khujada?
Khujada is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khujada?
The pincode of Khujada is 431511.
What is the population of Khujada?
Khujada had a total population of 1,678, including 861 males and 817 females.
How many households are there in Khujada?
Khujada had 309 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khujada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khujada was 71.56%. Male literacy was 83.31% and female literacy was 58.99%.