Bhilkheda - Karanja, Washim
Bhilkheda is a village situated in the Karanja tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanja and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Walhai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhilkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhilkheda is 530972. The village covers a total geographical area of 391.96 hectares and falls under the 444105 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Bhilkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bhilkheda
As per Census 2011, Bhilkheda village has a total population of 334 people, consisting of 191 males and 143 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 748 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bhilkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 334 | 191 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 50 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 179 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 12 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Bhilkheda
Bhilkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bagayat | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Sherpur | South | 1.29 km |
| Nagapur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Tuljapur | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Alamgirpur | South | 2.21 km |
| Walhai | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Shivnagar | West | 3.04 km |
| Shaha | North | 3.43 km |
| Alalpur | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Kinhi Rokade | South | 3.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bhilkheda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bhilkheda. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Karanja to Bhilkheda is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Bhilkheda is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhilkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhilkheda 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 Bhilkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhilkheda 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 Bhilkheda
Where is Bhilkheda located?
Bhilkheda village is located in Karanja Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bhilkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhilkheda is Walhai.
What is the pincode of Bhilkheda?
The pincode of Bhilkheda is 444105.
What is the population of Bhilkheda?
Bhilkheda has a total population of 334, including 191 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Bhilkheda?
There are 73 households in Bhilkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Bhilkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhilkheda is 92.22%. Male literacy is 93.72% and female literacy is 90.21%.