Garkhede
Garkhede is a village located in Dharangaon tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dharangaon (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Garkhede village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Garkhede unique in its vibrant Dharangaon-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Garkhede’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 Garkhede
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Garkhede is 527382. The village spans a total geographical area of 307 hectares. Dharangaon is nearest town to Garkhede village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Garkhede
Population of Garkhede
According to the 2011 Census, Garkhede has a total population of about 1,351, with approximately 715 males and 636 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 64 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 285. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.69%, with male literacy at about 70.21% and female literacy near 54.25%. There are around 282 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Garkhede's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,351 | 715 | 636 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 100 | 80 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 285 | 154 | 131 |
Literate Population | 847 | 502 | 345 |
Illiterate Population | 504 | 213 | 291 |
Connectivity of Garkhede
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Garkhede. As per the 2011 stats, Garkhede had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Garkhede
Knowing the nearby villages of Garkhede helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Garkhede.
Frequently Asked Questions about Garkhede
- Where is Garkhede located?
- Garkhede village is situated in Dharangaon Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Garkhede?
- Garkhede serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Garkhede as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Garkhede is 1,351, with 715 males and 636 females.
- How many households are there in Garkhede as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Garkhede village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Garkhede as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Garkhede is 62.69%. The male literacy rate is 70.21%, while the female literacy rate is 54.25%.