Khardedigar - Kalwan, Nashik
Khardedigar is a village situated in the Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalwan and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Kharde Diger serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khardedigar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardedigar is 549785. The village covers a total geographical area of 1766.33 hectares and falls under the 423502 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Khardedigar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kalwan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dindori Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khardedigar
As per Census 2011, Khardedigar village has a total population of 2,526 people, consisting of 1,247 males and 1,279 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 500 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,142 literate and 1,384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,505 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khardedigar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,526 | 1,247 | 1,279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 500 | 249 | 251 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,505 | 1,236 | 1,269 |
| Literate Population | 1,142 | 606 | 536 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,384 | 641 | 743 |
Nearby Villages of Khardedigar
Khardedigar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Supale (di) | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Punadnagar | North | 2.80 km |
| Katharedigar | South | 3.77 km |
| Malagaon Bk. | East | 4.34 km |
| Umbarde | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Manur | North-West | 4.45 km |
| Pratapnagar | South | 4.52 km |
| Vathode | East | 5.65 km |
| Sidharthanagar | South-East | 6.37 km |
| Khadaki | South | 6.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khardedigar
Khardedigar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Waghai, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Khardedigar is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khardedigar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khardedigar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khardedigar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khardedigar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khardedigar
Where is Khardedigar located?
Khardedigar village is located in Kalwan Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khardedigar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khardedigar is Kharde Diger.
What is the pincode of Khardedigar?
The pincode of Khardedigar is 423502.
What is the population of Khardedigar?
Khardedigar has a total population of 2,526, including 1,247 males and 1,279 females.
How many households are there in Khardedigar?
There are 459 households in Khardedigar.
What is the literacy rate in Khardedigar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardedigar is 45.21%. Male literacy is 48.60% and female literacy is 41.91%.