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.
Here you can discover what makes Vikharan unique in its vibrant Erandol-Jalgaon region. You’ll see Vikharan’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 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.
Google Map of Vikharan
Population of Vikharan
According to the 2011 Census, Vikharan has a total population of about 5,673, with approximately 2,981 males and 2,692 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 710 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 446 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,119. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.00%, with male literacy at about 70.68% and female literacy near 54.49%. There are around 1,269 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Vikharan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.