Khed Bhose - Pandharpur, Solapur
Khed Bhose is a village situated in the Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharpur and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Khed Bhose village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khed Bhose is 562319. The village covers a total geographical area of 700.24 hectares and falls under the 413315 pincode. Pandharpur is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Khed Bhose village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Solapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khed Bhose
According to the 2011 Census, Khed Bhose village had a total population of 2,333 people, including 1,236 males and 1,097 females, living in 434 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.02%, with male literacy at 83.40% and female literacy at 63.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139, 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 | 2,333 | 1,236 | 1,097 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 274 | 158 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 79 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,524 | 899 | 625 |
| Illiterate Population | 809 | 337 | 472 |
Nearby Villages of Khed Bhose
Khed Bhose 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 Khed Bhose
Khed Bhose is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khed Bhose.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pandharpur to Khed Bhose is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Khed Bhose is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khed Bhose
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khed Bhose village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khed Bhose
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 Bhose village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khed Bhose
Where is Khed Bhose located?
Khed Bhose village is located in Pandharpur Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khed Bhose?
Khed Bhose is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khed Bhose?
The pincode of Khed Bhose is 413315.
What is the population of Khed Bhose?
Khed Bhose had a total population of 2,333, including 1,236 males and 1,097 females.
How many households are there in Khed Bhose?
Khed Bhose had 434 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khed Bhose?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khed Bhose was 74.02%. Male literacy was 83.40% and female literacy was 63.71%.