Belkhed
Belkhed is a village located in Karanja tehsil of Washim district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Karanja (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Washim. As per 2009 stats, Belkhed village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Belkhed unique in its vibrant Karanja-Washim region. You’ll see Belkhed’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Belkhed
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Belkhed is 530874. The village spans a total geographical area of 687.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 444110. Karanja is nearest town to Belkhed village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Belkhed
Population of Belkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Belkhed has a total population of about 1,377, with approximately 699 males and 678 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 164 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 273 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 68. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.86%, with male literacy at about 77.54% and female literacy near 70.06%. There are around 296 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Belkhed's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,377 | 699 | 678 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 81 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 273 | 135 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 542 | 475 |
| Illiterate Population | 360 | 157 | 203 |
Connectivity of Belkhed
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Belkhed. As per the 2011 stats, Belkhed had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Belkhed
Knowing the nearby villages of Belkhed helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Belkhed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Belkhed
- Where is Belkhed located?
- Belkhed village is situated in Karanja Tehsil, within the Washim district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Belkhed?
- Belkhed serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Belkhed?
- The pincode of Belkhed is 444110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Belkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Belkhed is 1,377, with 699 males and 678 females.
- How many households are there in Belkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Belkhed village has a total of 296 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Belkhed as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Belkhed is 73.86%. The male literacy rate is 77.54%, while the female literacy rate is 70.06%.