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.
Here you can discover what makes Zurkheda unique in its vibrant Dharangaon-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Zurkheda’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 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.
Google Map of Zurkheda
Population of Zurkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Zurkheda has a total population of about 2,300, with approximately 1,174 males and 1,126 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 277 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 284 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 309. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.22%, with male literacy at about 74.11% and female literacy near 60.04%. There are around 624 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Zurkheda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.