Narkhed - Mohol, Solapur
Narkhed is a village situated in the Mohol tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohol and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Narkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narkhed is 562234. The village covers a total geographical area of 2687.96 hectares and falls under the 413213 pincode. Kurduvadi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Narkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narkhed
As per Census 2011, Narkhed village has a total population of 5,384 people, consisting of 2,801 males and 2,583 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 922 females per 1,000 males. There are 674 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,382 literate and 2,002 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Narkhed are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,384 | 2,801 | 2,583 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 674 | 377 | 297 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 210 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 3,382 | 1,906 | 1,476 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,002 | 895 | 1,107 |
Nearby Villages of Narkhed
Narkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ekurke | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Malikpeth | South-West | 3.45 km |
| Bhoire | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Bople | North | 4.62 km |
| Dhaingade Wadi | South | 4.66 km |
| Diksal | East | 4.79 km |
| Degaon (vakuj) | North-East | 5.35 km |
| Bitle | West | 5.46 km |
| Paslewadi | North-West | 5.74 km |
| Ghatne | South | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Narkhed
Public transport in the Narkhed is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Malikpeth, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurduvadi to Narkhed is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Narkhed is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Narkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Narkhed
Where is Narkhed located?
Narkhed village is located in Mohol Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Narkhed?
Narkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Narkhed?
The pincode of Narkhed is 413213.
What is the population of Narkhed?
Narkhed has a total population of 5,384, including 2,801 males and 2,583 females.
How many households are there in Narkhed?
There are 1,137 households in Narkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Narkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narkhed is 62.82%. Male literacy is 68.05% and female literacy is 57.14%.