Kharwa
Kharwa is a village located in Pandhana tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from sub-district headquarter Pandhana (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Khandwa. As per 2009 stats, Kharwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharwa unique in its vibrant Pandhana-Khandwa region. You’ll see Kharwa’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 Kharwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharwa is 506090. The village spans a total geographical area of 680 hectares. Khandwa is nearest town to Kharwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharwa 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 Pandhana Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharwa
Population of Kharwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kharwa has a total population of about 2,022, with approximately 1,043 males and 979 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 172 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 547. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.55%, with male literacy at about 68.26% and female literacy near 50.26%. There are around 467 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,022 | 1,043 | 979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 146 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 547 | 263 | 284 |
| Literate Population | 1,204 | 712 | 492 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 331 | 487 |
Connectivity of Kharwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kharwa 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharwa
- Where is Kharwa located?
- Kharwa village is situated in Pandhana Tehsil, within the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharwa?
- Kharwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kharwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharwa is 2,022, with 1,043 males and 979 females.
- How many households are there in Kharwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharwa village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharwa is 59.55%. The male literacy rate is 68.26%, while the female literacy rate is 50.26%.