Vikharan
Vikharan is a village located in Erandol tehsil of Jalgaon district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Erandol (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Jalgaon. As per 2009 stats, Vikharan village is also a gram panchayat.
Vikharan 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 Vikharan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vikharan is 527246. The village spans a total geographical area of 3197.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 425109. Erandol is nearest town to Vikharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
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Population of Vikharan
Below is a concise population overview of Vikharan 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 | 5,673 | 2,981 | 2,692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 710 | 402 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 224 | 222 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,119 | 584 | 535 |
| Literate Population | 3,574 | 2,107 | 1,467 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,099 | 874 | 1,225 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vikharan village:
- The total population of Vikharan village is around 5,673, including approximately 2,981 males and 2,692 females, with a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 710 children aged 0–6 years in Vikharan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vikharan village has 446 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,119 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Vikharan village is about 63.00%, with male literacy at 70.68% and female literacy at 54.49%.
- There are around 1,269 households in Vikharan village.
Connectivity of Vikharan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vikharan. As per the 2011 stats, Vikharan 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vikharan
Knowing the nearby villages of Vikharan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vikharan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vikharan
- Where is Vikharan located?
- Vikharan village is situated in Erandol Tehsil, within the Jalgaon district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vikharan?
- Vikharan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Vikharan?
- The pincode of Vikharan is 425109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vikharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vikharan is 5,673, with 2,981 males and 2,692 females.
- How many households are there in Vikharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vikharan village has a total of 1,269 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vikharan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vikharan is 63.00%. The male literacy rate is 70.68%, while the female literacy rate is 54.49%.