Kharkatwadi
Kharkatwadi is a village located in Miraj tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Miraj (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Kharakatwadi is the gram panchayat of Kharkatwadi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkatwadi unique in its vibrant Miraj-Sangli region. You’ll see Kharkatwadi’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 Kharkatwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkatwadi is 568715. The village spans a total geographical area of 342.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 416306. Sangli Miraj Kupwad is nearest town to Kharkatwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharkatwadi 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 Miraj 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 Kharkatwadi
Population of Kharkatwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkatwadi has a total population of about 1,943, with approximately 991 males and 952 females. The sex ratio is around 960 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 204 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.91%, with male literacy at about 82.95% and female literacy near 64.50%. There are around 408 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkatwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,943 | 991 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 204 | 106 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,436 | 822 | 614 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 169 | 338 |
Connectivity of Kharkatwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkatwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkatwadi 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 Kharkatwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkatwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkatwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkatwadi
- Where is Kharkatwadi located?
- Kharkatwadi village is situated in Miraj Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkatwadi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharkatwadi is Kharakatwadi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharkatwadi?
- The pincode of Kharkatwadi is 416306, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharkatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkatwadi is 1,943, with 991 males and 952 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkatwadi village has a total of 408 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkatwadi is 73.91%. The male literacy rate is 82.95%, while the female literacy rate is 64.50%.