Zurkheda
Zurkheda is a village located in Dharangaon tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Dharangaon (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Zurkheda village is also a gram panchayat.
Zurkheda has its own place in the vibrant Jalgaon region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Zurkheda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Zurkheda is 527333. The village spans a total geographical area of 599.7 hectares. Jalgaon is nearest town to Zurkheda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Zurkheda
Below is a concise population overview of Zurkheda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,300 | 1,174 | 1,126 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 143 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 284 | 154 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 309 | 148 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 1,546 | 870 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 304 | 450 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Zurkheda village:
- The total population of Zurkheda village is around 2,300, including approximately 1,174 males and 1,126 females, with a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 277 children aged 0–6 years in Zurkheda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Zurkheda village has 284 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 309 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Zurkheda village is about 67.22%, with male literacy at 74.11% and female literacy at 60.04%.
- There are around 624 households in Zurkheda village.
Connectivity of Zurkheda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Zurkheda. As per the 2011 stats, Zurkheda 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 Zurkheda
Knowing the nearby villages of Zurkheda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Zurkheda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Zurkheda
- Where is Zurkheda located?
- Zurkheda village is situated in Dharangaon Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Zurkheda?
- Zurkheda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Zurkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Zurkheda is 2,300, with 1,174 males and 1,126 females.
- How many households are there in Zurkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Zurkheda village has a total of 624 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Zurkheda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Zurkheda is 67.22%. The male literacy rate is 74.11%, while the female literacy rate is 60.04%.