Khed Bk. - Khandala, Satara
Khed Bk. is a village situated in the Khandala tehsil of Satara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khandala and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Satara. Khed - Bk. serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khed Bk. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khed Bk. is 563221. The village covers a total geographical area of 2318 hectares and falls under the 415521 pincode. Phaltan is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Khed Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Wai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Satara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khed Bk.
According to the 2011 Census, Khed Bk. village had a total population of 3,998 people, including 2,016 males and 1,982 females, living in 827 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.41%, with male literacy at 82.85% and female literacy at 67.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 361, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,998 | 2,016 | 1,982 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 484 | 249 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 175 | 186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,650 | 1,464 | 1,186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,348 | 552 | 796 |
Nearby Villages of Khed Bk.
Khed Bk. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Waghoshi | North-West | 3.41 km |
| Nimbodi | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Sukhed | West | 3.65 km |
| Karadwadi | North | 3.72 km |
| Lonand | East | 4.63 km |
| Mariachiwadi | North-East | 5.50 km |
| Bori | South-West | 5.71 km |
| Andori | North | 5.72 km |
| Padali | South | 6.37 km |
| Morve | North-West | 6.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khed Bk.
Public transport in the Khed Bk. is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lonand, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phaltan to Khed Bk. is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Satara to Khed Bk. 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 Khed Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khed Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khed Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khed Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khed Bk.
Where is Khed Bk. located?
Khed Bk. village is located in Khandala Tehsil, Satara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khed Bk.?
The Gram Panchayat of Khed Bk. is Khed - Bk..
What is the pincode of Khed Bk.?
The pincode of Khed Bk. is 415521.
What is the population of Khed Bk.?
Khed Bk. had a total population of 3,998, including 2,016 males and 1,982 females.
How many households are there in Khed Bk.?
Khed Bk. had 827 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khed Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khed Bk. was 75.41%. Male literacy was 82.85% and female literacy was 67.89%.