Kharwad
Kharwad is a village located in Kalamnuri tehsil of Hingoli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kalamnuri (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Hingoli. As per 2009 stats, Kharwad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharwad unique in its vibrant Kalamnuri-Hingoli region. You’ll see Kharwad’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 Kharwad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharwad is 546120. The village spans a total geographical area of 973.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431702. Kalamnuri is nearest town to Kharwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharwad 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 Kalamnuri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharwad
Population of Kharwad
According to the 2011 Census, Kharwad has a total population of about 2,073, with approximately 1,070 males and 1,003 females. The sex ratio is around 937 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 289 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 785 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 40. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.61%, with male literacy at about 74.21% and female literacy near 64.71%. There are around 446 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharwad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,073 | 1,070 | 1,003 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 289 | 164 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 785 | 416 | 369 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 1,443 | 794 | 649 |
| Illiterate Population | 630 | 276 | 354 |
Connectivity of Kharwad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharwad. As per the 2011 stats, Kharwad 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 Kharwad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharwad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharwad
- Where is Kharwad located?
- Kharwad village is situated in Kalamnuri Tehsil, within the Hingoli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharwad?
- Kharwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharwad?
- The pincode of Kharwad is 431702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharwad is 2,073, with 1,070 males and 1,003 females.
- How many households are there in Kharwad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharwad village has a total of 446 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharwad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharwad is 69.61%. The male literacy rate is 74.21%, while the female literacy rate is 64.71%.