Kharakhoda
Kharakhoda is a village located in Tharad taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Tharad (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Kharakhoda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharakhoda unique in its vibrant Tharad-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Kharakhoda’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 Kharakhoda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharakhoda is 507488. The village spans a total geographical area of 828.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385565. Tharad is nearest town to Kharakhoda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharakhoda 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 Tharad Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharakhoda
Population of Kharakhoda
According to the 2011 Census, Kharakhoda has a total population of about 1,914, with approximately 1,018 males and 896 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 323 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 263 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.57%, with male literacy at about 64.44% and female literacy near 36.94%. There are around 305 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharakhoda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,914 | 1,018 | 896 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 174 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 146 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 987 | 656 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 362 | 565 |
Connectivity of Kharakhoda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharakhoda. As per the 2011 stats, Kharakhoda 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharakhoda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharakhoda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharakhoda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharakhoda
- Where is Kharakhoda located?
- Kharakhoda village is situated in Tharad Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharakhoda?
- Kharakhoda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharakhoda?
- The pincode of Kharakhoda is 385565, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharakhoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharakhoda is 1,914, with 1,018 males and 896 females.
- How many households are there in Kharakhoda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharakhoda village has a total of 305 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharakhoda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharakhoda is 51.57%. The male literacy rate is 64.44%, while the female literacy rate is 36.94%.