Khirad
Khirad is a village located in Kalwan tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kalwan (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Khirad village is also a gram panchayat.
Khirad has its own place in the vibrant Nashik 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 Khirad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirad is 549884. The village spans a total geographical area of 383.32 hectares. Nashik is nearest town to Khirad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khirad 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 Kalwan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dindori Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khirad
Population of Khirad
Below is a concise population overview of Khirad 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 | 1,393 | 702 | 691 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 75 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,357 | 683 | 674 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 498 | 393 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 204 | 298 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khirad village:
- The total population of Khirad village is around 1,393, including approximately 702 males and 691 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 145 children aged 0–6 years in Khirad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khirad village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,357 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khirad village is about 63.96%, with male literacy at 70.94% and female literacy at 56.87%.
- There are around 221 households in Khirad village.
Connectivity of Khirad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirad. As per the 2011 stats, Khirad 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 Khirad
Knowing the nearby villages of Khirad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khirad
- Where is Khirad located?
- Khirad village is situated in Kalwan Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khirad?
- Khirad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khirad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirad is 1,393, with 702 males and 691 females.
- How many households are there in Khirad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khirad village has a total of 221 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khirad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirad is 63.96%. The male literacy rate is 70.94%, while the female literacy rate is 56.87%.