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 Village 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.
According to the 2011 Census, Vikharan Kh. village had a total population of 1,137 people, including 583 males and 554 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.59%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 67.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Village Panchayat of Vikharan Kh.?
Vikharan Kh. is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vikharan Kh.?
The pincode of Vikharan Kh. is 425427.
What is the population of Vikharan Kh.?
Vikharan Kh. had a total population of 1,137, including 583 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Vikharan Kh.?
Vikharan Kh. had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vikharan Kh.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vikharan Kh. was 73.59%. Male literacy was 79.10% and female literacy was 67.77%.