Kharad
About Kharad
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharad village is 511923. Kharad village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 4765.78 hectares. Kharad has a total population of 1,395 peoples, out of which male population is 737 while female population is 658. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 892 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharad village is 73.91% out of which 78.83% males and 68.39% females are literate. There are about 282 houses in kharad village. Pincode of kharad village locality is 382460.
When it comes to administration, Kharad village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharad village comes under Dhandhuka Vidhan Sabha constituency & Surendranagar Lok Sabha constituency. Dhandhuka is nearest town to kharad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Kharad
The population details of Kharad cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,395 | 737 | 658 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 194 | 109 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,031 | 581 | 450 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 156 | 208 |
Connectivity of Kharad
| 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 |
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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%.