Horkad - Pusad, Yavatmal
Horkad is a village situated in the Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pusad and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Horkad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Horkad is 542876. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.68 hectares and falls under the 445204 pincode. Pusad is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Horkad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pusad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Horkad
As per Census 2011, Horkad village has a total population of 517 people, consisting of 273 males and 244 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 94 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 365 literate and 152 illiterate residents. Additionally, 84 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Horkad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 273 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 365 | 203 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 70 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Horkad
Horkad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sawargaon | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Warhadi | South-East | 2.20 km |
| Borja | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Sandas Tarf Basamba | West | 2.54 km |
| Tikhadi | South | 2.89 km |
| Shiwani | North-East | 3.29 km |
| Gadibori | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Garolyachi Wadi | South-West | 3.36 km |
| Khanapur | North-West | 3.37 km |
| Mop | East | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Horkad
Horkad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nawalgohan, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 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 Pusad to Horkad is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Horkad is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Horkad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Horkad 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Horkad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Horkad 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Horkad
Where is Horkad located?
Horkad village is located in Pusad Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Horkad?
Horkad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Horkad?
The pincode of Horkad is 445204.
What is the population of Horkad?
Horkad has a total population of 517, including 273 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Horkad?
There are 104 households in Horkad.
What is the literacy rate in Horkad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Horkad is 70.60%. Male literacy is 74.36% and female literacy is 66.39%.