Belkhed - Karanja, Washim
Belkhed is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Belkhed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Belkhed is 530874. The village covers a total geographical area of 687.09 hectares and falls under the 444110 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Belkhed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Belkhed
According to the 2011 Census, Belkhed village had a total population of 1,377 people, including 699 males and 678 females, living in 296 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.84%, with male literacy at 87.70% and female literacy at 79.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 273, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 68.
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 | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Belkhed
Belkhed 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 Belkhed
Belkhed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanja to Belkhed is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Belkhed is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Belkhed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Belkhed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Belkhed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Belkhed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Belkhed
Where is Belkhed located?
Belkhed village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Belkhed?
Belkhed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belkhed?
The pincode of Belkhed is 444110.
What is the population of Belkhed?
Belkhed had a total population of 1,377, including 699 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Belkhed?
Belkhed had 296 households.
What is the literacy rate in Belkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belkhed was 83.84%. Male literacy was 87.70% and female literacy was 79.83%.