Kharkada
About Kharkada
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharkada village is 540778. Kharkada village is located in Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmapuri (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kharkada village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 659.42 hectares. Kharkada has a total population of 1,966 peoples, out of which male population is 989 while female population is 977. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 987 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharkada village is 63.99% out of which 73.21% males and 54.66% females are literate. There are about 476 houses in kharkada village.
When it comes to administration, Kharkada village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharkada village comes under Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Brahmapuri is nearest town to kharkada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Kharkada
The population details of Kharkada cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,966 | 989 | 977 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 724 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 265 | 443 |
Connectivity of Kharkada
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkada
Where is Kharkada located?
Kharkada village is situated in Brahmapuri Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkada?
Kharkada serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kharkada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkada is 1,966, with 989 males and 977 females.
How many households are there in Kharkada as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharkada village has a total of 476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkada as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkada is 63.99%. The male literacy rate is 73.21%, while the female literacy rate is 54.66%.