Kharatwadi
Kharatwadi is a village located in Pandharpur tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pandharpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Kharatwadi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharatwadi unique in its vibrant Pandharpur-Solapur region. You’ll see Kharatwadi’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 Kharatwadi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharatwadi is 562312. The village spans a total geographical area of 975 hectares. Pandharpur is nearest town to Kharatwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharatwadi 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 Pandharpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Solapur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharatwadi
Population of Kharatwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Kharatwadi has a total population of about 1,332, with approximately 686 males and 646 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 195 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 61 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 54.88%, with male literacy at about 62.54% and female literacy near 46.75%. There are around 264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharatwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,332 | 686 | 646 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 100 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 731 | 429 | 302 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 257 | 344 |
Connectivity of Kharatwadi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharatwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Kharatwadi 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 Kharatwadi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharatwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharatwadi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharatwadi
- Where is Kharatwadi located?
- Kharatwadi village is situated in Pandharpur Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharatwadi?
- Kharatwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kharatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharatwadi is 1,332, with 686 males and 646 females.
- How many households are there in Kharatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharatwadi village has a total of 264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharatwadi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharatwadi is 54.88%. The male literacy rate is 62.54%, while the female literacy rate is 46.75%.