Antarkhed - Karanja, Washim
Antarkhed is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Antarkhed village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Antarkhed is 530897. The village covers a total geographical area of 273.03 hectares and falls under the 444110 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Antarkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Antarkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Antarkhed village had a total population of 485 people, including 243 males and 242 females, living in 116 households. The sex ratio was 996 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.48%, with male literacy at 91.35% and female literacy at 74.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 485 | 243 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 35 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 190 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 53 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Antarkhed
Antarkhed 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamthi Kh. | East | 1.69 km |
| Shinganapur | South-East | 1.81 km |
| Bhadshivni | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Vilegaon | North | 2.34 km |
| Kherda Kh. | North-West | 2.57 km |
| Jaipur | South | 2.70 km |
| Bambarda | East | 3.10 km |
| Undri | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Shahapur | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Kherda Bk. | North-West | 4.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Antarkhed
Antarkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Antarkhed is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Antarkhed is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Antarkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Antarkhed 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 Antarkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Antarkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Antarkhed
Where is Antarkhed located?
Antarkhed village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Antarkhed?
Antarkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Antarkhed?
The pincode of Antarkhed is 444110.
What is the population of Antarkhed?
Antarkhed had a total population of 485, including 243 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Antarkhed?
Antarkhed had 116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Antarkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Antarkhed was 82.48%. Male literacy was 91.35% and female literacy was 74.09%.