Kharde Bk. - Dharangaon, Jalgaon
Kharde Bk. is a village situated in the Dharangaon tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharangaon and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Kharde Bk. village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharde Bk. is 527305. The village covers a total geographical area of 910.45 hectares and falls under the 425105 pincode. Dharangaon is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kharde Bk. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalgaon Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharde Bk.
As per Census 2011, Kharde Bk. village has a total population of 1,137 people, consisting of 597 males and 540 females. The village has 279 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 141 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 448 illiterate residents. Additionally, 197 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharde Bk. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,137 | 597 | 540 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 141 | 80 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 97 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 168 | 177 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 400 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 197 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Kharde Bk.
Kharde Bk. is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhamardi | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Salve | West | 2.31 km |
| Ukhalwadi | East | 2.33 km |
| Pashtane Kh. | South | 3.48 km |
| Nishane Bk. | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Ahire Kh. | East | 3.80 km |
| Tarde Kh. | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Ahire Bk. | East | 3.99 km |
| Narne | North | 4.04 km |
| Babhulgaon | North-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharde Bk.
Kharde Bk. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chavalkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharangaon to Kharde Bk. is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Kharde Bk. is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharde Bk.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharde Bk. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharde Bk.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharde Bk. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharde Bk.
Where is Kharde Bk. located?
Kharde Bk. village is located in Dharangaon Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharde Bk.?
Kharde Bk. is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kharde Bk.?
The pincode of Kharde Bk. is 425105.
What is the population of Kharde Bk.?
Kharde Bk. has a total population of 1,137, including 597 males and 540 females.
How many households are there in Kharde Bk.?
There are 279 households in Kharde Bk..
What is the literacy rate in Kharde Bk.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharde Bk. is 60.60%. Male literacy is 67.00% and female literacy is 53.52%.