Karkheda - Ner, Yavatmal
Karkheda is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Karkheda village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karkheda is 541979. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Karanja is the nearest town, located about 31 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Karkheda village had a total population of 1,264 people, including 633 males and 631 females, living in 334 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.91%, with male literacy at 92.24% and female literacy at 77.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 416.
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 | 1,264 | 633 | 631 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 416 | 210 | 206 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 968 | 523 | 445 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 110 | 186 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhalki | East | 2.19 km |
| Dughora | West | 2.52 km |
| Adgaon | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Lohi | South | 4.14 km |
| Umartha | North-East | 4.17 km |
| Manbha | North-West | 4.67 km |
| Satefal | East | 4.76 km |
| Parjana | North-East | 5.09 km |
| Pilkheda | West | 5.35 km |
| Mahajanpur | North-East | 5.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karkheda
Karkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Karanja, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.5 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 Karanja to Karkheda is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Karkheda 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 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Karkheda?
Karkheda is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karkheda?
The pincode of Karkheda is 445102.
What is the population of Karkheda?
Karkheda had a total population of 1,264, including 633 males and 631 females.
How many households are there in Karkheda?
Karkheda had 334 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karkheda was 84.91%. Male literacy was 92.24% and female literacy was 77.66%.