Karkheda - Manora, Washim
Karkheda is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Karkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkheda is 531083. The village covers a total geographical area of 707.55 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Karkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkheda
As per Census 2011, Karkheda village has a total population of 2,267 people, consisting of 1,175 males and 1,092 females. The village has 525 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,600 literate and 667 illiterate residents. Additionally, 337 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 104 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,267 | 1,175 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 134 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 337 | 178 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 50 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,600 | 908 | 692 |
| Illiterate Population | 667 | 267 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Karkheda
Karkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yeshawantnagar | North | 2.01 km |
| Ramtirth | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Chikhali | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Galamgaon | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Waroli | East | 3.49 km |
| Vitholi | West | 3.82 km |
| Talap Bk. | North-West | 3.94 km |
| Karli | North-East | 3.97 km |
| Dhanora Bk. | South-East | 3.98 km |
| Soijana | South-East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkheda
Karkheda 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 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Digras to Karkheda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Karkheda is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karkheda
Where is Karkheda located?
Karkheda village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkheda?
Karkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkheda?
The pincode of Karkheda is 444404.
What is the population of Karkheda?
Karkheda has a total population of 2,267, including 1,175 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Karkheda?
There are 525 households in Karkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Karkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkheda is 70.58%. Male literacy is 77.28% and female literacy is 63.37%.