Pharka

Pharka is a village located in Sabour subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sabour (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Farka is the gram panchayat of Pharka village.

Pharka has its own place in the vibrant Bhagalpur 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 Pharka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pharka is 239359. The village spans a total geographical area of 325 hectares. Mamlkha is nearest town to Pharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Pharka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 7,305 3,908 3,397
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,324 693 631
Scheduled Castes (SC) 364 193 171
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 4,312 2,556 1,756
Illiterate Population 2,993 1,352 1,641

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

  • The total population of Pharka village is around 7,305, including approximately 3,908 males and 3,397 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,324 children aged 0–6 years in Pharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pharka village has 364 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pharka village is about 59.03%, with male literacy at 65.40% and female literacy at 51.69%.
  • There are around 1,428 households in Pharka village.

Connectivity of Pharka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pharka. As per the 2011 stats, Pharka 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 village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Pharka

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

Pannochak Ajodheapur Ramnagararazishankarpurkodwar Mamlakha Masarh Lailakh Kurpat Sewaidih Baijnathpur Khilta

Frequently Asked Questions about Pharka

Where is Pharka located?
Pharka village is situated in Sabour Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pharka?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharka is Farka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Pharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pharka is 7,305, with 3,908 males and 3,397 females.
How many households are there in Pharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pharka village has a total of 1,428 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pharka is 59.03%. The male literacy rate is 65.40%, while the female literacy rate is 51.69%.