Karkheli
Karkheli is a village located in Dharmabad tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dharmabad (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Kerkheli is the gram panchayat of Karkheli village.
Karkheli has its own place in the vibrant Nanded 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 Karkheli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkheli is 544964. The village spans a total geographical area of 1457 hectares. Dharmabad is nearest town to Karkheli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Karkheli village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Naigaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nanded Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkheli
Population of Karkheli
Below is a concise population overview of Karkheli 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 | 4,675 | 2,378 | 2,297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 327 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 483 | 259 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 739 | 369 | 370 |
| Literate Population | 2,796 | 1,589 | 1,207 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,879 | 789 | 1,090 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karkheli village:
- The total population of Karkheli village is around 4,675, including approximately 2,378 males and 2,297 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 670 children aged 0–6 years in Karkheli village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Karkheli village has 483 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 739 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Karkheli village is about 59.81%, with male literacy at 66.82% and female literacy at 52.55%.
- There are around 882 households in Karkheli village.
Connectivity of Karkheli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkheli. As per the 2011 stats, Karkheli 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Karkheli
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkheli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkheli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkheli
- Where is Karkheli located?
- Karkheli village is situated in Dharmabad Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkheli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Karkheli is Kerkheli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Karkheli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkheli is 4,675, with 2,378 males and 2,297 females.
- How many households are there in Karkheli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkheli village has a total of 882 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkheli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkheli is 59.81%. The male literacy rate is 66.82%, while the female literacy rate is 52.55%.