Kharda - Dhamangaon Railway, Amravati
Kharda is a village situated in the Dhamangaon Railway tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhamangaon Railway and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Sonegaon Kharda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharda is 533340. The village covers a total geographical area of 392.85 hectares and falls under the 444711 pincode. Dattapur Dhamangaon is the nearest town, located about 16 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 Dhamamgaon railway Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Wardha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharda
As per Census 2011, Kharda village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 244 males and 217 females. The village has 118 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 353 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 13 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 244 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 27 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 353 | 191 | 162 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 53 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Kharda
Kharda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Isapur | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Sonegaon | North | 1.71 km |
| Bhatkuli | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Jodhapur | South | 2.36 km |
| Raipur | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Borgaon Dhande | East | 3.67 km |
| Saujana | South-East | 3.88 km |
| Hirpur | West | 4.07 km |
| Vaknath | East | 4.07 km |
| Warud | South | 4.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharda
Kharda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Talni, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dattapur Dhamangaon to Kharda is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Kharda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharda
Where is Kharda located?
Kharda village is located in Dhamangaon Railway Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharda is Sonegaon Kharda.
What is the pincode of Kharda?
The pincode of Kharda is 444711.
What is the population of Kharda?
Kharda has a total population of 461, including 244 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Kharda?
There are 118 households in Kharda.
What is the literacy rate in Kharda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharda is 76.57%. Male literacy is 78.28% and female literacy is 74.65%.