Hodkhad - Khed, Ratnagiri
Hodkhad is a village situated in the Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khed and around 125 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Hodkhad village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hodkhad is 565106. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.16 hectares and falls under the 415727 pincode. Khed is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Hodkhad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Guhagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hodkhad
According to the 2011 Census, Hodkhad village had a total population of 350 people, including 135 males and 215 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,593 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 70.09% and female literacy at 51.28%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 350 | 135 | 215 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 82 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 53 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Hodkhad
Hodkhad is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Hodkhad
Public transport in the Hodkhad is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Khed to Hodkhad is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Hodkhad is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hodkhad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hodkhad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Hodkhad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hodkhad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hodkhad
Where is Hodkhad located?
Hodkhad village is located in Khed Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Hodkhad?
Hodkhad is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Hodkhad?
The pincode of Hodkhad is 415727.
What is the population of Hodkhad?
Hodkhad had a total population of 350, including 135 males and 215 females.
How many households are there in Hodkhad?
Hodkhad had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hodkhad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hodkhad was 58.33%. Male literacy was 70.09% and female literacy was 51.28%.