Kharva
Kharva is a village located in Wadhwan taluka of Surendranagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Wadhwan (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Surendranagar. As per 2009 stats, Kharva village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharva unique in its vibrant Wadhwan-Surendranagar region. You’ll see Kharva’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 Kharva
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharva is 512235. The village spans a total geographical area of 3453.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 363030. Wadhwan is nearest town to Kharva village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharva 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 Wadhwan 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 Kharva
Population of Kharva
According to the 2011 Census, Kharva has a total population of about 2,948, with approximately 1,525 males and 1,423 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 320 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 319 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.65%, with male literacy at about 74.56% and female literacy near 54.04%. There are around 603 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharva's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,948 | 1,525 | 1,423 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 179 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 319 | 158 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,906 | 1,137 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 388 | 654 |
Connectivity of Kharva
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharva. As per the 2011 stats, Kharva 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 Kharva
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharva helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharva.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharva
- Where is Kharva located?
- Kharva village is situated in Wadhwan Taluka, within the Surendranagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharva?
- Kharva serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharva?
- The pincode of Kharva is 363030, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharva is 2,948, with 1,525 males and 1,423 females.
- How many households are there in Kharva as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharva village has a total of 603 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharva as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharva is 64.65%. The male literacy rate is 74.56%, while the female literacy rate is 54.04%.