Darkheda
Darkheda is a village located in Jawar tehsil of Sehore district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Jawar (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Sehore. As per 2009 stats, Darkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Darkheda unique in its vibrant Jawar-Sehore region. You’ll see Darkheda’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 Darkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darkheda is 483083. The village spans a total geographical area of 617.84 hectares. Jawar is nearest town to Darkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Darkheda
Population of Darkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Darkheda has a total population of about 1,595, with approximately 842 males and 753 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 240 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 362 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.73%, with male literacy at about 66.75% and female literacy near 41.30%. There are around 308 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Darkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,595 | 842 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 126 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 362 | 187 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 873 | 562 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 280 | 442 |
Connectivity of Darkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Darkheda 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 Darkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Darkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darkheda
- Where is Darkheda located?
- Darkheda village is situated in Jawar Tehsil, within the Sehore district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darkheda?
- Darkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Darkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darkheda is 1,595, with 842 males and 753 females.
- How many households are there in Darkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darkheda village has a total of 308 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darkheda is 54.73%. The male literacy rate is 66.75%, while the female literacy rate is 41.30%.