Karkheda
Karkheda is a village located in Chikhli tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Chikhli (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Pimparkhedpramdapur is the gram panchayat of Karkheda village.
Karkheda has its own place in the vibrant Buldana 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 Karkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkheda is 529122. The village spans a total geographical area of 297.32 hectares. Chikhli is nearest town to Karkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkheda 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 Chikhli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkheda
Population of Karkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Karkheda 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 | 688 | 341 | 347 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 56 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 510 | 266 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 75 | 103 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkheda village:
- The total population of Karkheda village is around 688, including approximately 341 males and 347 females, with a sex ratio of 1017 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Karkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkheda village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkheda village is about 74.13%, with male literacy at 78.01% and female literacy at 70.32%.
- There are around 194 households in Karkheda village.
Connectivity of Karkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Karkheda 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 Karkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkheda
- Where is Karkheda located?
- Karkheda village is situated in Chikhli Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkheda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkheda is Pimparkhedpramdapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Karkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkheda is 688, with 341 males and 347 females.
- How many households are there in Karkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkheda village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkheda is 74.13%. The male literacy rate is 78.01%, while the female literacy rate is 70.32%.