Kharwad

Kharwad is a village located in Akrani tehsil of Nandurbar district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 104km away from sub-district headquarter Dhadgaon (tehsildar office) and 106km away from district headquarter Nandurbar. As per 2009 stats, Kharwad village is also a gram panchayat.

Kharwad has its own place in the vibrant Nandurbar 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 Kharwad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharwad is 525243. The village spans a total geographical area of 630 hectares. Shahade is nearest town to Kharwad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kharwad 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 Akkalkuwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kharwad

Below is a concise population overview of Kharwad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 949 466 483
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 240 127 113
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 947 466 481
Literate Population 229 132 97
Illiterate Population 720 334 386

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharwad village:

  • The total population of Kharwad village is around 949, including approximately 466 males and 483 females, with a sex ratio of 1036 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 240 children aged 0–6 years in Kharwad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharwad village has 947 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kharwad village is about 24.13%, with male literacy at 28.33% and female literacy at 20.08%.
  • There are around 176 households in Kharwad village.

Connectivity of Kharwad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharwad. As per the 2011 stats, Kharwad 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kharwad

Knowing the nearby villages of Kharwad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharwad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharwad

Where is Kharwad located?
Kharwad village is situated in Akrani Tehsil, within the Nandurbar district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharwad?
Kharwad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kharwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharwad is 949, with 466 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Kharwad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharwad village has a total of 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharwad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharwad is 24.13%. The male literacy rate is 28.33%, while the female literacy rate is 20.08%.