Kherka
Kherka is a village located in Kavant taluka of Vadodara district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kavant (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Vadodara. As per 2009 stats, Kherka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kherka unique in its vibrant Kavant-Vadodara region. You’ll see Kherka’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 Kherka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kherka is 520400. The village spans a total geographical area of 462.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 391168. Kavant is nearest town to Kherka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kherka
Population of Kherka
According to the 2011 Census, Kherka has a total population of about 1,731, with approximately 889 males and 842 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 203 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,725. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.74%, with male literacy at about 61.87% and female literacy near 36.94%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kherka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,731 | 889 | 842 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 97 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,725 | 886 | 839 |
| Literate Population | 861 | 550 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 870 | 339 | 531 |
Connectivity of Kherka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kherka. As per the 2011 stats, Kherka 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kherka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kherka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kherka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kherka
- Where is Kherka located?
- Kherka village is situated in Kavant Taluka, within the Vadodara district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kherka?
- Kherka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kherka?
- The pincode of Kherka is 391168, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kherka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kherka is 1,731, with 889 males and 842 females.
- How many households are there in Kherka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kherka village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kherka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kherka is 49.74%. The male literacy rate is 61.87%, while the female literacy rate is 36.94%.