Malkhed Kh. - Ner, Yavatmal
Malkhed Kh. is a village situated in the Ner tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ner and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Malkhed Kd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Malkhed Kh. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malkhed Kh. is 542050. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117.52 hectares and falls under the 445102 pincode. Darwha is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Malkhed Kh. 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 Malkhed Kh.
As per Census 2011, Malkhed Kh. village has a total population of 932 people, consisting of 467 males and 465 females. The village has 249 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 740 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 79 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Malkhed Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 932 | 467 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 133 | 136 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 79 | 39 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 403 | 337 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 64 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Malkhed Kh.
Malkhed Kh. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Indira Nagar | South | 1.91 km |
| Sonwadhona | East | 2.69 km |
| Malkhed Bk. | West | 3.52 km |
| Lonadi | North | 4.05 km |
| Kapshi | South | 4.59 km |
| Sarangpur | South | 4.62 km |
| Uttarwadhona | East | 5.43 km |
| Pachwad | South-West | 5.79 km |
| Khutafali | North-East | 5.82 km |
| Sindkhed | North | 5.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Malkhed Kh.
Malkhed Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Yavatmal, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.1 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 Darwha to Malkhed Kh. is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Malkhed Kh. is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malkhed Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malkhed Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Malkhed Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malkhed Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Malkhed Kh.
Where is Malkhed Kh. located?
Malkhed Kh. village is located in Ner Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Malkhed Kh.?
The Gram Panchayat of Malkhed Kh. is Malkhed Kd.
What is the pincode of Malkhed Kh.?
The pincode of Malkhed Kh. is 445102.
What is the population of Malkhed Kh.?
Malkhed Kh. has a total population of 932, including 467 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Malkhed Kh.?
There are 249 households in Malkhed Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Malkhed Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malkhed Kh. is 79.40%. Male literacy is 86.30% and female literacy is 72.47%.