Karkhel - Baramati, Pune
Karkhel is a village situated in the Baramati tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baramati and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Kharkhel serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karkhel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkhel is 556895. The village covers a total geographical area of 1388 hectares and falls under the 413102 pincode. Baramati is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Karkhel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karkhel
As per Census 2011, Karkhel village has a total population of 2,590 people, consisting of 1,312 males and 1,278 females. The village has 553 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 269 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,887 literate and 703 illiterate residents. Additionally, 466 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 40 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkhel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,590 | 1,312 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 144 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 466 | 224 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,887 | 1,037 | 850 |
| Illiterate Population | 703 | 275 | 428 |
Nearby Villages of Karkhel
Karkhel 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharade Wadi | North-East | 2.64 km |
| Deulgaon Rasal | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Undavadisupe | East | 3.50 km |
| Kololi | North-West | 4.62 km |
| Sonvadisupe | South | 4.88 km |
| Vasunde | North | 5.46 km |
| Jaradwadi | South-East | 6.31 km |
| Jalgaon Supe | South-West | 6.75 km |
| Naroli | North-West | 6.78 km |
| Hinganigada | North | 7.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkhel
Karkhel is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sirsuphal, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 52.0 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 Baramati to Karkhel is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Karkhel is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkhel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkhel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karkhel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkhel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkhel
Where is Karkhel located?
Karkhel village is located in Baramati Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkhel?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkhel is Kharkhel.
What is the pincode of Karkhel?
The pincode of Karkhel is 413102.
What is the population of Karkhel?
Karkhel has a total population of 2,590, including 1,312 males and 1,278 females.
How many households are there in Karkhel?
There are 553 households in Karkhel.
What is the literacy rate in Karkhel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkhel is 72.86%. Male literacy is 79.04% and female literacy is 66.51%.