Pharka

Pharka is a village located in Fatehpur subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Fatehpur (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Nagawa is the gram panchayat of Pharka village.

Pharka has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 256939. The village spans a total geographical area of 149 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 805128. Gaya is nearest town to Pharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km 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 1,078 542 536
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 203 98 105
Scheduled Castes (SC) 445 230 215
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 522 330 192
Illiterate Population 556 212 344

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

  • The total population of Pharka village is around 1,078, including approximately 542 males and 536 females, with a sex ratio of 988 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 203 children aged 0–6 years in Pharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Pharka village has 445 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Pharka village is about 48.42%, with male literacy at 60.89% and female literacy at 35.82%.
  • There are around 141 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 5 - 10 km distance
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.

Jaspur Khajuri Bhenrwa Pinriya Nagwan Chhotahra Bakhari Alawalpur Karri Gumman Dadpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Pharka

Where is Pharka located?
Pharka village is situated in Fatehpur Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pharka?
The Gram Panchayat of Pharka is Nagawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Pharka?
The pincode of Pharka is 805128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Pharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pharka is 1,078, with 542 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Pharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Pharka village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pharka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pharka is 48.42%. The male literacy rate is 60.89%, while the female literacy rate is 35.82%.