Kharkada
Kharkada is a village located in Kurkheda tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kurkheda (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Kharkada village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkada unique in its vibrant Kurkheda-Gadchiroli region. You’ll see Kharkada’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharkada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkada is 538642. The village spans a total geographical area of 351.48 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Kharkada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
Google Map of Kharkada
Population of Kharkada
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkada has a total population of about 628, with approximately 315 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 60 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 52 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 325. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.00%, with male literacy at about 81.27% and female literacy near 68.69%. There are around 164 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 628 | 315 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 52 | 24 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 256 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 59 | 98 |
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 10+ 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 Kurkheda Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli 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 628, with 315 males and 313 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkada village has a total of 164 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkada is 75.00%. The male literacy rate is 81.27%, while the female literacy rate is 68.69%.