Khed - Darwha, Yavatmal
Khed is a village situated in the Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Darwha and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Khed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khed is 542597. The village covers a total geographical area of 631.91 hectares and falls under the 445202 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khed
According to the 2011 Census, Khed village had a total population of 893 people, including 451 males and 442 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.03%, with male literacy at 89.03% and female literacy at 70.65%.
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 | 893 | 451 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 629 | 357 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 94 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Khed
Khed 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 Khed
Khed is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khed.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Darwha to Khed is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Khed is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khed 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khed
Where is Khed located?
Khed village is located in Darwha Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khed?
Khed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khed?
The pincode of Khed is 445202.
What is the population of Khed?
Khed had a total population of 893, including 451 males and 442 females.
How many households are there in Khed?
Khed had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khed was 80.03%. Male literacy was 89.03% and female literacy was 70.65%.