Harkhar

Harkhar is a village located in Chanan subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chanan (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Gouripur is the gram panchayat of Harkhar village.

Harkhar has its own place in the vibrant Banka 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 Harkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harkhar is 241938. The village spans a total geographical area of 401 hectares. Deoghar(jharkhand) is nearest town to Harkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

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Population of Harkhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,029 557 472
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 181 107 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 261 144 117
Literate Population 407 284 123
Illiterate Population 622 273 349

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

  • The total population of Harkhar village is around 1,029, including approximately 557 males and 472 females, with a sex ratio of 847 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Harkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harkhar village has 261 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harkhar village is about 39.55%, with male literacy at 50.99% and female literacy at 26.06%.
  • There are around 180 households in Harkhar village.

Connectivity of Harkhar

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

Nearby Villages of Harkhar

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

Garkar Biharo Ghonghadabar Lohari Patna Dhabauni Bhorabadar Tola Laugain Tola Lachhnadih Tola Susidol Tola Banarjhop

Frequently Asked Questions about Harkhar

Where is Harkhar located?
Harkhar village is situated in Chanan Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Harkhar is Gouripur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Harkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harkhar is 1,029, with 557 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Harkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harkhar village has a total of 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harkhar is 39.55%. The male literacy rate is 50.99%, while the female literacy rate is 26.06%.