Khodad - Junnar, Pune
Khodad is a village situated in the Junnar tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junnar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Khodad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khodad is 555388. The village covers a total geographical area of 2855 hectares and falls under the 410504 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Khodad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khodad
As per Census 2011, Khodad village has a total population of 4,188 people, consisting of 2,161 males and 2,027 females. The village has 920 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 414 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,174 literate and 1,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 212 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khodad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,188 | 2,161 | 2,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 414 | 231 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 212 | 103 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 142 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 3,174 | 1,777 | 1,397 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 384 | 630 |
Nearby Villages of Khodad
Khodad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjarwadi | South-West | 3.40 km |
| Shiroli T Ale | East | 3.83 km |
| Vadgaon Kandali | North | 3.84 km |
| Bori Kh. | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Ranjani | South | 4.07 km |
| Sultanpur | East | 5.13 km |
| Nagadwadi | North | 5.59 km |
| Walati | South-East | 6.39 km |
| Thorandale | South | 6.53 km |
| Louki | South-West | 6.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khodad
Khodad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ghorawadi, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Khodad is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Khodad is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khodad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khodad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khodad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khodad 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 Khodad
Where is Khodad located?
Khodad village is located in Junnar Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khodad?
Khodad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodad?
The pincode of Khodad is 410504.
What is the population of Khodad?
Khodad has a total population of 4,188, including 2,161 males and 2,027 females.
How many households are there in Khodad?
There are 920 households in Khodad.
What is the literacy rate in Khodad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodad is 75.79%. Male literacy is 82.23% and female literacy is 68.92%.