Pharkanda
Pharkanda is a village located in Palam tehsil of Parbhani district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Palam (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Parbhani. As per 2009 stats, Farkanda is the gram panchayat of Pharkanda village.
Here you can discover what makes Pharkanda unique in its vibrant Palam-Parbhani region. You’ll see Pharkanda’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 Pharkanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pharkanda is 547095. The village spans a total geographical area of 1840 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 431720. Gangakhed is nearest town to Pharkanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Pharkanda
Population of Pharkanda
According to the 2011 Census, Pharkanda has a total population of about 2,993, with approximately 1,517 males and 1,476 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 458 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 343 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.57%, with male literacy at about 64.07% and female literacy near 48.85%. There are around 571 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pharkanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,993 | 1,517 | 1,476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 458 | 240 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 343 | 181 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 1,693 | 972 | 721 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,300 | 545 | 755 |
Connectivity of Pharkanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pharkanda. As per the 2011 stats, Pharkanda 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 Pharkanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Pharkanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pharkanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pharkanda
- Where is Pharkanda located?
- Pharkanda village is situated in Palam Tehsil, within the Parbhani district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pharkanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pharkanda is Farkanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pharkanda?
- The pincode of Pharkanda is 431720, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pharkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pharkanda is 2,993, with 1,517 males and 1,476 females.
- How many households are there in Pharkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pharkanda village has a total of 571 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pharkanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pharkanda is 56.57%. The male literacy rate is 64.07%, while the female literacy rate is 48.85%.