Karharia - Goradih, Bhagalpur
Karharia is a village situated in the Goradih subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goradih and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Kasimpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karharia is 240016. The village covers a total geographical area of 110 hectares and falls under the 813105 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Karharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karharia
According to the 2011 Census, Karharia village had a total population of 1,123 people, including 607 males and 516 females, living in 215 households. The sex ratio was 850 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.88%, with male literacy at 75.98% and female literacy at 58.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,123 | 607 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 634 | 389 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 489 | 218 | 271 |
Nearby Villages of Karharia
Karharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Karharia
Karharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Karharia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Karharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karharia
Where is Karharia located?
Karharia village is located in Goradih Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karharia is Kasimpur.
What is the pincode of Karharia?
The pincode of Karharia is 813105.
What is the population of Karharia?
Karharia had a total population of 1,123, including 607 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Karharia?
Karharia had 215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karharia was 67.88%. Male literacy was 75.98% and female literacy was 58.06%.