Horkad

Horkad is a village located in Pusad tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Pusad (tehsildar office) and 130km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Horkad village is also a gram panchayat.

Horkad 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 Horkad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Horkad is 542876. The village spans a total geographical area of 356.68 hectares. Pusad is nearest town to Horkad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.

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Population of Horkad

Below is a concise population overview of Horkad as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 517 273 244
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 94 49 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 84 40 44
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 21 9 12
Literate Population 365 203 162
Illiterate Population 152 70 82

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Horkad village:

  • The total population of Horkad village is around 517, including approximately 273 males and 244 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 94 children aged 0–6 years in Horkad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Horkad village has 84 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Horkad village is about 70.60%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 66.39%.
  • There are around 104 households in Horkad village.

Connectivity of Horkad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Horkad. As per the 2011 stats, Horkad 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 Horkad

Knowing the nearby villages of Horkad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Horkad.

Frequently Asked Questions about Horkad

Where is Horkad located?
Horkad village is situated in Pusad Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Horkad?
Horkad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Horkad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Horkad is 517, with 273 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Horkad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Horkad village has a total of 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Horkad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Horkad is 70.60%. The male literacy rate is 74.36%, while the female literacy rate is 66.39%.