Kharda
Kharda is a village located in Jamkhed tehsil of Ahmadnagar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jamkhed (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Ahmadnagar. As per 2009 stats, Kharda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharda unique in its vibrant Jamkhed-Ahmadnagar region. You’ll see Kharda’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 Kharda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharda is 558695. The village spans a total geographical area of 3113 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413201. Ahmadnagar is nearest town to Kharda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharda 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 Karjat jamkhed Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ahmednagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharda
Population of Kharda
According to the 2011 Census, Kharda has a total population of about 8,998, with approximately 4,680 males and 4,318 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,087 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,411 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 298. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.11%, with male literacy at about 72.97% and female literacy near 58.68%. There are around 1,974 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,998 | 4,680 | 4,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,087 | 597 | 490 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,411 | 700 | 711 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 155 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 5,949 | 3,415 | 2,534 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,049 | 1,265 | 1,784 |
Connectivity of Kharda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharda. As per the 2011 stats, Kharda 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 Kharda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharda
- Where is Kharda located?
- Kharda village is situated in Jamkhed Tehsil, within the Ahmadnagar district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharda?
- Kharda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharda?
- The pincode of Kharda is 413201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharda is 8,998, with 4,680 males and 4,318 females.
- How many households are there in Kharda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharda village has a total of 1,974 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharda is 66.11%. The male literacy rate is 72.97%, while the female literacy rate is 58.68%.