Kharonda - Jawhar, Palghar
Kharonda is a village situated in the Jawhar tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 25 km from Jawhar and around 135 km from Thane. Pimpalshet serves as the Village Panchayat for Kharonda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharonda is 551872. The village covers a total geographical area of 1781.93 hectares and falls under the 401603 pincode. Jawhar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kharonda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Vikramgad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharonda
According to the 2011 Census, Kharonda village had a total population of 2,620 people, including 1,276 males and 1,344 females, living in 530 households. The sex ratio was 1,053 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.23%, with male literacy at 47.90% and female literacy at 32.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,007.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,620 | 1,276 | 1,344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 487 | 230 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,007 | 982 | 1,025 |
| Literate Population | 858 | 501 | 357 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,762 | 775 | 987 |
Nearby Villages of Kharonda
Kharonda is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kharonda
Public transport in the Kharonda is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Jawhar to Kharonda is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Kharonda is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharonda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharonda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharonda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharonda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharonda
Where is Kharonda located?
Kharonda village is located in Jawhar Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Kharonda?
The Village Panchayat of Kharonda is Pimpalshet.
What is the pincode of Kharonda?
The pincode of Kharonda is 401603.
What is the population of Kharonda?
Kharonda had a total population of 2,620, including 1,276 males and 1,344 females.
How many households are there in Kharonda?
Kharonda had 530 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharonda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharonda was 40.23%. Male literacy was 47.90% and female literacy was 32.84%.