Kharod
Kharod is a village located in Ghoghamba taluka of Panch Mahals district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Ghoghamba (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Godhra. As per 2009 stats, Kharod village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharod unique in its vibrant Ghoghamba-Panch Mahals region. You’ll see Kharod’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 Kharod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharod is 518761. The village spans a total geographical area of 1092.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 389365. Godhra is nearest town to Kharod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Kharod
Population of Kharod
According to the 2011 Census, Kharod has a total population of about 5,351, with approximately 2,731 males and 2,620 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 972 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 147 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3,525. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.38%, with male literacy at about 44.93% and female literacy near 33.59%. There are around 757 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,351 | 2,731 | 2,620 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 972 | 517 | 455 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 147 | 71 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,525 | 1,782 | 1,743 |
| Literate Population | 2,107 | 1,227 | 880 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,244 | 1,504 | 1,740 |
Connectivity of Kharod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharod. As per the 2011 stats, Kharod 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharod
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharod
- Where is Kharod located?
- Kharod village is situated in Ghoghamba Taluka, within the Panch Mahals district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharod?
- Kharod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharod?
- The pincode of Kharod is 389365, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharod is 5,351, with 2,731 males and 2,620 females.
- How many households are there in Kharod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharod village has a total of 757 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharod is 39.38%. The male literacy rate is 44.93%, while the female literacy rate is 33.59%.