Bhokarkhed Village Overview
Bhokarkhed is a village in Risod tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It lies about 5 km from Risod tehsil headquarters and around 40 km from Washim district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Wadiratal is the Gram Panchayat for Bhokarkhed village.
The sections below provide essential information about Bhokarkhed village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhokarkhed is 531348. The village covers a geographical area of 451.28 hectares. Risod is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Location Map of Bhokarkhed
Population & Demographics of Bhokarkhed
This section provides population and demographic details of Bhokarkhed village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 852 | 436 | 416 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 146 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 574 | 340 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 96 | 182 |
Key population details of Bhokarkhed village are given below:
- Bhokarkhed village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 852, including approximately 436 males and 416 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 286 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Bhokarkhed village is good, with a literacy rate of about 67.37%.
- There are around 201 households in Bhokarkhed village.
Transport & Connectivity of Bhokarkhed
Transport facilities help residents of Bhokarkhed village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhokarkhed
The following villages are located close to Bhokarkhed and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhokarkhed
- Where is Bhokarkhed located?
- Bhokarkhed village is located in Risod Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhokarkhed?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhokarkhed is Wadiratal (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Bhokarkhed?
- Bhokarkhed has a total population of 852, including 436 males and 416 females.
- How many households are there in Bhokarkhed?
- There are 201 households in Bhokarkhed.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhokarkhed?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhokarkhed is 67.37%. Male literacy is 77.98% and female literacy is 56.25%.