Khed
Khed is a village located in Khed tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Khed (tehsildar office) and 126km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Bhadagaon is the gram panchayat of Khed village.
Khed has its own place in the vibrant Ratnagiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Khed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khed is 564997. The village spans a total geographical area of 380 hectares. Khed is nearest town to Khed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khed village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khed
Population of Khed
Below is a concise population overview of Khed as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,673 | 1,844 | 1,829 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 211 | 225 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 182 | 92 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 58 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 2,718 | 1,490 | 1,228 |
| Illiterate Population | 955 | 354 | 601 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khed village:
- The total population of Khed village is around 3,673, including approximately 1,844 males and 1,829 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 436 children aged 0–6 years in Khed village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khed village has 182 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 124 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khed village is about 74.00%, with male literacy at 80.80% and female literacy at 67.14%.
- There are around 819 households in Khed village.
Connectivity of Khed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khed. As per the 2011 stats, Khed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khed
Knowing the nearby villages of Khed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khed
- Where is Khed located?
- Khed village is situated in Khed Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khed is Bhadagaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Khed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khed is 3,673, with 1,844 males and 1,829 females.
- How many households are there in Khed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khed village has a total of 819 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khed is 74.00%. The male literacy rate is 80.80%, while the female literacy rate is 67.14%.