Vikharan Kh. - Shirpur, Dhule
Vikharan Kh. is a village situated in the Shirpur tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirpur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Vikharan Kh. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vikharan Kh. is 526032. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.56 hectares and falls under the 425427 pincode. Shirpur is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Vikharan Kh. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Vikharan Kh.
As per Census 2011, Vikharan Kh. village has a total population of 1,137 people, consisting of 583 males and 554 females. The village has 230 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 733 literate and 404 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 344 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vikharan Kh. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,137 | 583 | 554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 71 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 164 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 733 | 405 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 404 | 178 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Vikharan Kh.
Vikharan Kh. is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vikharan Kh.
Vikharan Kh. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Shirpur to Vikharan Kh. is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Vikharan Kh. is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vikharan Kh.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vikharan Kh. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Vikharan Kh.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vikharan Kh. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Vikharan Kh.
Where is Vikharan Kh. located?
Vikharan Kh. village is located in Shirpur Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vikharan Kh.?
Vikharan Kh. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vikharan Kh.?
The pincode of Vikharan Kh. is 425427.
What is the population of Vikharan Kh.?
Vikharan Kh. has a total population of 1,137, including 583 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Vikharan Kh.?
There are 230 households in Vikharan Kh..
What is the literacy rate in Vikharan Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikharan Kh. is 64.47%. Male literacy is 69.47% and female literacy is 59.21%.