Kharoshi
Kharoshi is a village located in Mahabaleshwar tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 62km away from sub-district headquarter Mahabaleshwar (tehsildar office) and 95km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Kharoshi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharoshi unique in its vibrant Mahabaleshwar-Satara region. You’ll see Kharoshi’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 Kharoshi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharoshi is 562995. The village spans a total geographical area of 988.86 hectares. Satara is nearest town to Kharoshi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharoshi 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharoshi
Population of Kharoshi
According to the 2011 Census, Kharoshi has a total population of about 281, with approximately 119 males and 162 females. The sex ratio is around 1361 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 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 61.92%, with male literacy at about 73.95% and female literacy near 53.09%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharoshi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | 119 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 31 | 76 |
Connectivity of Kharoshi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharoshi. As per the 2011 stats, Kharoshi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharoshi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharoshi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharoshi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharoshi
- Where is Kharoshi located?
- Kharoshi village is situated in Mahabaleshwar Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharoshi?
- Kharoshi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kharoshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharoshi is 281, with 119 males and 162 females.
- How many households are there in Kharoshi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharoshi village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharoshi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharoshi is 61.92%. The male literacy rate is 73.95%, while the female literacy rate is 53.09%.