Nave Khed - Walwa, Sangli
Nave Khed is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Navekhed serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nave Khed village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nave Khed is 568384. The village covers a total geographical area of 360 hectares and falls under the 416313 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Nave Khed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nave Khed
As per Census 2011, Nave Khed village has a total population of 3,656 people, consisting of 1,887 males and 1,769 females. The village has 760 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 307 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,870 literate and 786 illiterate residents. Additionally, 414 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nave Khed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,656 | 1,887 | 1,769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 307 | 167 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 414 | 203 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 2,870 | 1,589 | 1,281 |
| Illiterate Population | 786 | 298 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Nave Khed
Nave Khed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| June Khed | East | 0.77 km |
| Pundiwadi | East | 2.57 km |
| Masuchiwadi | North | 3.02 km |
| Punadi Tarf Walava | East | 3.06 km |
| Borgaon | North-West | 3.11 km |
| Walwa | South | 3.21 km |
| Satapewadi | North | 4.57 km |
| Nagarale | East | 4.69 km |
| Farnewadi(borgaon) | West | 4.83 km |
| Dudhondi | North-East | 4.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Nave Khed
Nave Khed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takari, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uran Islampur to Nave Khed is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Nave Khed is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nave Khed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nave Khed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Nave Khed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nave Khed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nave Khed
Where is Nave Khed located?
Nave Khed village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nave Khed?
The Gram Panchayat of Nave Khed is Navekhed.
What is the pincode of Nave Khed?
The pincode of Nave Khed is 416313.
What is the population of Nave Khed?
Nave Khed has a total population of 3,656, including 1,887 males and 1,769 females.
How many households are there in Nave Khed?
There are 760 households in Nave Khed.
What is the literacy rate in Nave Khed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nave Khed is 78.50%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 72.41%.