Kharpa
Kharpa is a village located in Kannod tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Kannod (tehsildar office) and 109km away from district headquarter Dewas. As per 2009 stats, Khapra is the gram panchayat of Kharpa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharpa unique in its vibrant Kannod-Dewas region. You’ll see Kharpa’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 Kharpa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharpa is 473772. The village spans a total geographical area of 620.11 hectares. Kannod is nearest town to Kharpa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharpa 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 Khategaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vidisha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharpa
Population of Kharpa
According to the 2011 Census, Kharpa has a total population of about 1,787, with approximately 904 males and 883 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 409 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.46%, with male literacy at about 57.30% and female literacy near 39.41%. There are around 356 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharpa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,787 | 904 | 883 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 144 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 209 | 200 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 866 | 518 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 921 | 386 | 535 |
Connectivity of Kharpa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharpa. As per the 2011 stats, Kharpa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharpa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharpa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharpa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharpa
- Where is Kharpa located?
- Kharpa village is situated in Kannod Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharpa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharpa is Khapra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharpa is 1,787, with 904 males and 883 females.
- How many households are there in Kharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharpa village has a total of 356 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharpa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharpa is 48.46%. The male literacy rate is 57.30%, while the female literacy rate is 39.41%.