Kharshet
Kharshet is a village located in Palghar tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Palghar (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Vasroli is the gram panchayat of Kharshet village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharshet unique in its vibrant Palghar-Thane region. You’ll see Kharshet’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 Kharshet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharshet is 552359. The village spans a total geographical area of 166.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401404. Palghar is nearest town to Kharshet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharshet 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 Boisar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Palghar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharshet
Population of Kharshet
According to the 2011 Census, Kharshet has a total population of about 688, with approximately 365 males and 323 females. The sex ratio is around 884 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 90 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 646. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.41%, with male literacy at about 63.56% and female literacy near 50.46%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharshet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 365 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 646 | 343 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 232 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 133 | 160 |
Connectivity of Kharshet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharshet. As per the 2011 stats, Kharshet 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 Kharshet
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharshet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharshet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharshet
- Where is Kharshet located?
- Kharshet village is situated in Palghar Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharshet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharshet is Vasroli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharshet?
- The pincode of Kharshet is 401404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharshet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharshet is 688, with 365 males and 323 females.
- How many households are there in Kharshet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharshet village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharshet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharshet is 57.41%. The male literacy rate is 63.56%, while the female literacy rate is 50.46%.