Tharka

Tharka is a village located in Lakhipur subdivision of Goalpara district in Assam, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhipur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Goalpara. As per 2009 stats, Joyramkuchi is the gram panchayat of Tharka village.

Tharka has its own place in the vibrant Goalpara 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 Tharka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tharka is 281972. The village spans a total geographical area of 215.92 hectares. Lakhipur is nearest town to Tharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Tharka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,006 474 532
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 184 86 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 23 8 15
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 725 338 387
Literate Population 583 304 279
Illiterate Population 423 170 253

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

  • The total population of Tharka village is around 1,006, including approximately 474 males and 532 females, with a sex ratio of 1122 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Tharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tharka village has 23 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 725 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Tharka village is about 57.95%, with male literacy at 64.14% and female literacy at 52.44%.
  • There are around 207 households in Tharka village.

Connectivity of Tharka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tharka. As per the 2011 stats, Tharka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tharka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Tharka

Where is Tharka located?
Tharka village is situated in Lakhipur Subdivision, within the Goalpara district of Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tharka?
The Gram Panchayat of Tharka is Joyramkuchi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Tharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tharka is 1,006, with 474 males and 532 females.
How many households are there in Tharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tharka village has a total of 207 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tharka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tharka is 57.95%. The male literacy rate is 64.14%, while the female literacy rate is 52.44%.