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 Village 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khodad village had a total population of 4,188 people, including 2,161 males and 2,027 females, living in 920 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.10%, with male literacy at 92.07% and female literacy at 75.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 212, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 267.
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 | 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 Village Panchayat of Khodad?
Khodad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khodad?
The pincode of Khodad is 410504.
What is the population of Khodad?
Khodad had a total population of 4,188, including 2,161 males and 2,027 females.
How many households are there in Khodad?
Khodad had 920 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khodad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khodad was 84.10%. Male literacy was 92.07% and female literacy was 75.76%.