Kharad
Kharad is a village located in Dhandhuka taluka of Ahmadabad district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhandhuka (tehsildar office) and 124km away from district headquarter Ahmadabad. As per 2009 stats, Kharad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharad unique in its vibrant Dhandhuka-Ahmadabad region. You’ll see Kharad’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharad is 511923. The village spans a total geographical area of 4765.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 382460. Dhandhuka is nearest town to Kharad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharad village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharad
Population of Kharad
According to the 2011 Census, Kharad has a total population of about 1,395, with approximately 737 males and 658 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 149 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 194 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.91%, with male literacy at about 78.83% and female literacy near 68.39%. There are around 282 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,395 | 737 | 658 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 194 | 109 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 581 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 156 | 208 |
Connectivity of Kharad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharad. As per the 2011 stats, Kharad had access to public bus service, private bus service and 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 Kharad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharad
- Where is Kharad located?
- Kharad village is situated in Dhandhuka Taluka, within the Ahmadabad district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharad?
- Kharad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharad?
- The pincode of Kharad is 382460, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharad is 1,395, with 737 males and 658 females.
- How many households are there in Kharad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharad village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharad is 73.91%. The male literacy rate is 78.83%, while the female literacy rate is 68.39%.