Sarkhani
Sarkhani is a village located in Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Kinwat (tehsildar office) and 165km away from district headquarter Nanded. As per 2009 stats, Sarkhani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sarkhani unique in its vibrant Kinwat-Nanded region. You’ll see Sarkhani’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 Sarkhani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sarkhani is 544220. The village spans a total geographical area of 1338 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431805. Kinwat is nearest town to Sarkhani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Sarkhani 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 Kinwat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hingoli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Sarkhani
Population of Sarkhani
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkhani has a total population of about 3,250, with approximately 1,743 males and 1,507 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 358 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 380 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 902. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.91%, with male literacy at about 80.38% and female literacy near 66.42%. There are around 589 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sarkhani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 3,250 | 1,743 | 1,507 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 358 | 183 | 175 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 192 | 188 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 902 | 520 | 382 |
Literate Population | 2,402 | 1,401 | 1,001 |
Illiterate Population | 848 | 342 | 506 |
Connectivity of Sarkhani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sarkhani. As per the 2011 stats, Sarkhani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sarkhani
Knowing the nearby villages of Sarkhani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sarkhani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sarkhani
- Where is Sarkhani located?
- Sarkhani village is situated in Kinwat Tehsil, within the Nanded district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sarkhani?
- Sarkhani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sarkhani?
- The pincode of Sarkhani is 431805, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sarkhani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sarkhani is 3,250, with 1,743 males and 1,507 females.
- How many households are there in Sarkhani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sarkhani village has a total of 589 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sarkhani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sarkhani is 73.91%. The male literacy rate is 80.38%, while the female literacy rate is 66.42%.