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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Belkhed village has a total population of 1,377 people, consisting of 699 males and 678 females. The village has 296 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,017 literate and 360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Belkhed are given below:
| 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 gram panchayat of Belkhed?
Belkhed is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Belkhed?
The pincode of Belkhed is 444110.
What is the population of Belkhed?
Belkhed has a total population of 1,377, including 699 males and 678 females.
How many households are there in Belkhed?
There are 296 households in Belkhed.
What is the literacy rate in Belkhed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Belkhed is 73.86%. Male literacy is 77.54% and female literacy is 70.06%.