Khargaon
Khargaon is a village located in Roha tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Roha Ashtami (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Khargaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Khargaon has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh 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 Khargaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khargaon is 554290. The village spans a total geographical area of 292 hectares. Roha Ashtami is nearest town to Khargaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khargaon 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 Alibag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raigad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khargaon
Population of Khargaon
Below is a concise population overview of Khargaon 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 | 629 | 317 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 47 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 204 | 102 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 236 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 81 | 89 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khargaon village:
- The total population of Khargaon village is around 629, including approximately 317 males and 312 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 89 children aged 0–6 years in Khargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khargaon village has 9 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 204 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khargaon village is about 72.97%, with male literacy at 74.45% and female literacy at 71.47%.
- There are around 137 households in Khargaon village.
Connectivity of Khargaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Khargaon 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khargaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Khargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khargaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khargaon
- Where is Khargaon located?
- Khargaon village is situated in Roha Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khargaon?
- Khargaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Khargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khargaon is 629, with 317 males and 312 females.
- How many households are there in Khargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khargaon village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khargaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khargaon is 72.97%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 71.47%.