Garkheda
Garkheda is a village located in Aurangabad tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Aurangabad (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Garkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Garkheda has its own place in the vibrant Aurangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Garkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkheda is 548889. The village spans a total geographical area of 313 hectares. Aurangabad is nearest town to Garkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Garkheda 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 Aurangabad East Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Garkheda
Population of Garkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Garkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | 672 | 604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 102 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 181 | 100 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 861 | 503 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 169 | 246 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Garkheda village:
- The total population of Garkheda village is around 1,276, including approximately 672 males and 604 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Garkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Garkheda village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Garkheda village is about 67.48%, with male literacy at 74.85% and female literacy at 59.27%.
- There are around 252 households in Garkheda village.
Connectivity of Garkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Garkheda 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Garkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garkheda
- Where is Garkheda located?
- Garkheda village is situated in Aurangabad Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garkheda?
- Garkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Garkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkheda is 1,276, with 672 males and 604 females.
- How many households are there in Garkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garkheda village has a total of 252 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkheda is 67.48%. The male literacy rate is 74.85%, while the female literacy rate is 59.27%.