Kharkada - Bhiwapur, Nagpur
Kharkada is a village situated in the Bhiwapur tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhiwapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Bhagwanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharkada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkada is 536543. The village covers a total geographical area of 645 hectares and falls under the 441203 pincode. Umred is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kharkada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umred Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharkada
As per Census 2011, Kharkada village has a total population of 233 people, consisting of 114 males and 119 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 158 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharkada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 233 | 114 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 17 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 71 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 87 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 27 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkada
Kharkada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kharkada
Kharkada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umred to Kharkada is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Kharkada is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharkada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharkada
Where is Kharkada located?
Kharkada village is located in Bhiwapur Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkada?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharkada is Bhagwanpur.
What is the pincode of Kharkada?
The pincode of Kharkada is 441203.
What is the population of Kharkada?
Kharkada has a total population of 233, including 114 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Kharkada?
There are 55 households in Kharkada.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkada is 72.96%. Male literacy is 76.32% and female literacy is 69.75%.