Karkhiyan

Karkhiyan is a village located in Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Behea (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Kamariyawn is the gram panchayat of Karkhiyan village.

Karkhiyan has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur 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 Karkhiyan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkhiyan is 247183. The village spans a total geographical area of 106 hectares. Behea is nearest town to Karkhiyan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Karkhiyan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,168 591 577
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 200 98 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 75 38 37
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 724 427 297
Illiterate Population 444 164 280

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

  • The total population of Karkhiyan village is around 1,168, including approximately 591 males and 577 females, with a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Karkhiyan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karkhiyan village has 75 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karkhiyan village is about 61.99%, with male literacy at 72.25% and female literacy at 51.47%.
  • There are around 185 households in Karkhiyan village.

Connectivity of Karkhiyan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkhiyan. As per the 2011 stats, Karkhiyan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Karkhiyan

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

Gaudar Chak Tal Rati Dubawal Banahin Bikrampur Bagahin Chakwath Mahuaon Jadopur Kanhai Geyan Sinh Kamriaon Jogibir

Frequently Asked Questions about Karkhiyan

Where is Karkhiyan located?
Karkhiyan village is situated in Behea Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karkhiyan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karkhiyan is Kamariyawn (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karkhiyan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkhiyan is 1,168, with 591 males and 577 females.
How many households are there in Karkhiyan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karkhiyan village has a total of 185 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karkhiyan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkhiyan is 61.99%. The male literacy rate is 72.25%, while the female literacy rate is 51.47%.