Karharia

Karharia is a village located in Shambhuganj subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Shambhuganj (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Maldih is the gram panchayat of Karharia village.

Karharia 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 Karharia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karharia is 240505. The village spans a total geographical area of 94 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Karharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Karharia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,158 604 554
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 200 102 98
Scheduled Castes (SC) 447 225 222
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 683 411 272
Illiterate Population 475 193 282

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

  • The total population of Karharia village is around 1,158, including approximately 604 males and 554 females, with a sex ratio of 917 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Karharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karharia village has 447 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karharia village is about 58.98%, with male literacy at 68.05% and female literacy at 49.10%.
  • There are around 225 households in Karharia village.

Connectivity of Karharia

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

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

Jogia Nijhri Pipra Bhagwatchak Korharia Arazi Maldih Barautha Naraenpur Karanja Kasraha Naraun

Frequently Asked Questions about Karharia

Where is Karharia located?
Karharia village is situated in Shambhuganj Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karharia is Maldih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karharia is 1,158, with 604 males and 554 females.
How many households are there in Karharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karharia village has a total of 225 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karharia is 58.98%. The male literacy rate is 68.05%, while the female literacy rate is 49.10%.