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.

Kherka has its own place in the vibrant Vadodara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kherka

Below is a concise population overview of Kherka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kherka village:

  • The total population of Kherka village is around 1,731, including approximately 889 males and 842 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Kherka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kherka village has 5 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,725 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kherka village is about 49.74%, with male literacy at 61.87% and female literacy at 36.94%.
  • There are around 329 households in Kherka village.

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%.