Pekarda
About Pekarda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Pekarda village is 542569. Pekarda village is located in Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Darwha (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Pekarda village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 536.26 hectares. Pekarda has a total population of 868 peoples, out of which male population is 438 while female population is 430. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 981 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of pekarda village is 83.76% out of which 85.39% males and 82.09% females are literate. There are about 226 houses in pekarda village.
When it comes to administration, Pekarda village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Pekarda village comes under Digras Vidhan Sabha constituency & Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency. Darwha is nearest town to pekarda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
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Population of Pekarda
The population details of Pekarda cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 438 | 430 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 727 | 374 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 64 | 77 |
Connectivity of Pekarda
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Pekarda
Where is Pekarda located?
Pekarda village is situated in Darwha Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pekarda?
Pekarda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Pekarda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pekarda is 868, with 438 males and 430 females.
How many households are there in Pekarda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pekarda village has a total of 226 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pekarda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pekarda is 83.76%. The male literacy rate is 85.39%, while the female literacy rate is 82.09%.