Kharkada
Kharkada is a village 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.
Kharkada has its own place in the vibrant Chandrapur 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 Kharkada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkada is 540778. The village spans a total geographical area of 659.42 hectares. Brahmapuri is nearest town to Kharkada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharkada 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 Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharkada
Population of Kharkada
Below is a concise population overview of Kharkada 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 | 1,966 | 989 | 977 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 724 | 534 |
| Illiterate Population | 708 | 265 | 443 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharkada village:
- The total population of Kharkada village is around 1,966, including approximately 989 males and 977 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 202 children aged 0–6 years in Kharkada village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharkada village has 116 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharkada village is about 63.99%, with male literacy at 73.21% and female literacy at 54.66%.
- There are around 476 households in Kharkada village.
Connectivity of Kharkada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkada. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkada 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharkada
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkada.
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%.