Pekarda
Pekarda is a village 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.
Pekarda has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Pekarda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pekarda is 542569. The village spans a total geographical area of 536.26 hectares. Darwha is nearest town to Pekarda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pekarda 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 Digras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Pekarda
Population of Pekarda
Below is a concise population overview of Pekarda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 868 | 438 | 430 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 52 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 111 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 727 | 374 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 64 | 77 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pekarda village:
- The total population of Pekarda village is around 868, including approximately 438 males and 430 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 111 children aged 0–6 years in Pekarda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pekarda village has 228 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Pekarda village is about 83.76%, with male literacy at 85.39% and female literacy at 82.09%.
- There are around 226 households in Pekarda village.
Connectivity of Pekarda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pekarda. As per the 2011 stats, Pekarda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pekarda
Knowing the nearby villages of Pekarda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pekarda.
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%.