Kharik
Kharik is a Town and Subdivision in Bhagalpur District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Kharik Block (CD) is 01331. The total area of Kharik Subdivision is 126 km². Kharik has a sex ratio of approximately 875 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Kharik Subdivision
Kharik Subdivision has a total of 31 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Kharik Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Akidatpur | Akidatpur | Naugachhia (16 km) |
| 2 | Bagri | Chorhar | Naugachhia (15 km) |
| 3 | Bahatra | Akidatpur | Naugachhia (15 km) |
| 4 | Baluachak | Lokmanpur | Naugachhia (15 km) |
| 5 | Barheta | Akidatpur | Kharik |
| 6 | Bhagwatipur Arazi | Khairpur | Kharik |
| 7 | Bhatutar | Akidatpur | Naugachhia (15 km) |
| 8 | Dadpur | Dhoriya Dadpur | Naugachhia (12 km) |
| 9 | Dhodhia | Dhoriya Dadpur | Naugachhia (10 km) |
| 10 | Faridpur | Khairpur | Naugachhia (18 km) |
| 11 | Isapur | Chorhar | Naugachhia (12 km) |
| 12 | Jalalpur | N/A | Kharik |
| 13 | Jhau | Akidatpur | Kharik |
| 14 | Jhausarai Bhagwatipur | Khairpur | Kharik |
| 15 | Jhausarai Kazi Koraia | Khairpur | Kharik |
| 16 | Karimachak | Akidatpur | Kharik |
| 17 | Kazi Koraia | Khairpur | Kharik |
| 18 | Khairpur Sobganj | Khairpur | Naugachhia (21 km) |
| 19 | Kharik | Dhurubgang | Naugachhia (11 km) |
| 20 | Lachhmipur Maheshpur | Khairpur | Naugachhia (15 km) |
| 21 | Lodipur | Khairpur | Naugachhia (20 km) |
| 22 | Lokmanpur | Lokmanpur | Naugachhia (12 km) |
| 23 | Mahadeopur | N/A | Naugachhia (15 km) |
| 24 | Maheshpur Madan | Bhawanpura | Naugachhia (15 km) |
| 25 | Raghopur | Raghopur | Naugachhia (10 km) |
| 26 | Ramuchak | N/A | Kharik |
| 27 | Seokund | Lokmanpur | Naugachhia (12 km) |
| 28 | Sobnathpur | Raghopur | Kharik |
| 29 | Telghi | Telghi | Naugachhia (12 km) |
| 30 | Tulshipur Kharik | Tulsipur | Kharik |
| 31 | Usmanpur | Usmanpur | Naugachhia (20 km) |
Population of Kharik Subdivision
The population profile of Kharik Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Kharik Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,32,898 | 1,32,898 | N/A |
| Male Population | 70,873 | 70,873 | N/A |
| Female Population | 62,025 | 62,025 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 25,586 | 25,586 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13,302 | 13,302 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 12,284 | 12,284 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 62,411 | 62,411 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 38,080 | 38,080 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 24,331 | 24,331 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 70,487 | 70,487 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 32,793 | 32,793 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 37,694 | 37,694 | N/A |
| Total Households | 25,629 | 25,629 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,32,898 people. Includes nearly 70,873 males and 62,025 females. Rural population is about 1,32,898 people.
- There are around 25,586 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 13,302 boys and 12,284 girls.
- Literate population is about 62,411 people. Non-literate population is around 70,487 people.
- There are nearly 25,629 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Kharik Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 10,862 | 10,862 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 5,777 | 5,777 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 5,085 | 5,085 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Population Density | 1,058 / km² | 1,058 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Kharik Subdivision is approximately 10,862 people, including 5,777 males and 5,085 females. Around 10,862 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Kharik Subdivision is about 1 people. Around 1 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,058 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,058 people per sq. km.