Kharkheda
Kharkheda is a village located in Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garoth (tehsildar office) and 125km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Kharkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkheda unique in its vibrant Garoth-Mandsaur region. You’ll see Kharkheda’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 Kharkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkheda is 469413. The village spans a total geographical area of 493.24 hectares. Garoth is nearest town to Kharkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharkheda 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 Garoth Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharkheda
Population of Kharkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkheda has a total population of about 674, with approximately 344 males and 330 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 91 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 244 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.56%, with male literacy at about 66.86% and female literacy near 39.70%. There are around 166 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 344 | 330 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 129 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 230 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 114 | 199 |
Connectivity of Kharkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkheda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkheda
- Where is Kharkheda located?
- Kharkheda village is situated in Garoth Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkheda?
- Kharkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kharkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkheda is 674, with 344 males and 330 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkheda village has a total of 166 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkheda is 53.56%. The male literacy rate is 66.86%, while the female literacy rate is 39.70%.