Kharda - Gogaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kharda is a village situated in the Gogaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogaon and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Baijapura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharda is 477690. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.41 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kharda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khargone Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Kharda
According to the 2011 Census, Kharda village had a total population of 443 people, including 234 males and 209 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.83%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 122, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 234 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 71 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 305 | 186 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 48 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Kharda
Kharda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kharda
Kharda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khargone to Kharda is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharda
Where is Kharda located?
Kharda village is located in Gogaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharda is Baijapura.
What is the pincode of Kharda?
The pincode of Kharda is 451335.
What is the population of Kharda?
Kharda had a total population of 443, including 234 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Kharda?
Kharda had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharda was 76.83%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 63.64%.