Karharia - Sultanganj, Bhagalpur
Karharia is a village situated in the Sultanganj subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sultanganj and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Katahara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karharia is 239665. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 812006 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karharia
According to the 2011 Census, Karharia village had a total population of 198 people, including 79 males and 119 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,506 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.05%, with male literacy at 80.60% and female literacy at 73.00%.
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 | 198 | 79 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 127 | 54 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 25 | 46 |
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 facilities are available within >10 km of the Karharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Karharia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Karharia is about 39 km, with the usual travel time 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Karharia
Where is Karharia located?
Karharia village is located in Sultanganj Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Karharia is Katahara.
What is the pincode of Karharia?
The pincode of Karharia is 812006.
What is the population of Karharia?
Karharia had a total population of 198, including 79 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Karharia?
Karharia had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karharia was 76.05%. Male literacy was 80.60% and female literacy was 73.00%.