Kharaj
Kharaj is a village located in Vaijapur tehsil of Aurangabad district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Vaijapur (tehsildar office) and 74km away from district headquarter Aurangabad. As per 2009 stats, Kharaj village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharaj unique in its vibrant Vaijapur-Aurangabad region. You’ll see Kharaj’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 Kharaj
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharaj is 549028. The village spans a total geographical area of 784 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431116. Vaijapur is nearest town to Kharaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Kharaj
Population of Kharaj
According to the 2011 Census, Kharaj has a total population of about 1,703, with approximately 879 males and 824 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 327 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 190. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.41%, with male literacy at about 75.09% and female literacy near 63.35%. There are around 345 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharaj's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,703 | 879 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 124 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 173 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 1,182 | 660 | 522 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 219 | 302 |
Connectivity of Kharaj
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharaj. As per the 2011 stats, Kharaj 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 Kharaj
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharaj.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharaj
- Where is Kharaj located?
- Kharaj village is situated in Vaijapur Tehsil, within the Aurangabad district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharaj?
- Kharaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharaj?
- The pincode of Kharaj is 431116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharaj is 1,703, with 879 males and 824 females.
- How many households are there in Kharaj as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharaj village has a total of 345 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharaj as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharaj is 69.41%. The male literacy rate is 75.09%, while the female literacy rate is 63.35%.