Karharia - Nathnagar, Bhagalpur
Karharia is a village situated in the Nathnagar subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nathnagar and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Bishanrampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karharia is 239566. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 812005 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 12 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 Nathnagar 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 582 people, including 314 males and 268 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 854 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.90%, with male literacy at 82.16% and female literacy at 68.56%.
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 | 582 | 314 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 221 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 93 | 111 |
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
Public transport in the Karharia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karharia
Where is Karharia located?
Karharia village is located in Nathnagar Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karharia is Bishanrampur.
What is the pincode of Karharia?
The pincode of Karharia is 812005.
What is the population of Karharia?
Karharia had a total population of 582, including 314 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Karharia?
Karharia had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karharia was 75.90%. Male literacy was 82.16% and female literacy was 68.56%.