Kharshing
Kharshing is a village located in Kavathemahankal tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Kavathemahankal (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Kharshing village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharshing unique in its vibrant Kavathemahankal-Sangli region. You’ll see Kharshing’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 Kharshing
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharshing is 568814. The village spans a total geographical area of 1122 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416410. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Kharshing village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharshing 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 Khanapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sangli Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharshing
Population of Kharshing
According to the 2011 Census, Kharshing has a total population of about 3,279, with approximately 1,627 males and 1,652 females. The sex ratio is around 1015 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 374 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 688 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.13%, with male literacy at about 78.80% and female literacy near 67.55%. There are around 685 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharshing's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,279 | 1,627 | 1,652 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 374 | 200 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 688 | 329 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 17 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 2,398 | 1,282 | 1,116 |
| Illiterate Population | 881 | 345 | 536 |
Connectivity of Kharshing
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharshing. As per the 2011 stats, Kharshing 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 Kharshing
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharshing helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharshing.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharshing
- Where is Kharshing located?
- Kharshing village is situated in Kavathemahankal Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharshing?
- Kharshing serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharshing?
- The pincode of Kharshing is 416410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharshing as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharshing is 3,279, with 1,627 males and 1,652 females.
- How many households are there in Kharshing as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharshing village has a total of 685 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharshing as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharshing is 73.13%. The male literacy rate is 78.80%, while the female literacy rate is 67.55%.