Harkhar

Harkhar is a village located in Khaira subdivision of Jamui district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jamui. As per 2009 stats, Harkhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Harkhar has its own place in the vibrant Jamui 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 Harkhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harkhar is 259167. The village spans a total geographical area of 8937 hectares. Jamui is nearest town to Harkhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Harkhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,822 2,491 2,331
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 975 494 481
Scheduled Castes (SC) 733 367 366
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,018 1,042 976
Literate Population 1,620 988 632
Illiterate Population 3,202 1,503 1,699

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

  • The total population of Harkhar village is around 4,822, including approximately 2,491 males and 2,331 females, with a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 975 children aged 0–6 years in Harkhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Harkhar village has 733 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,018 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Harkhar village is about 33.60%, with male literacy at 39.66% and female literacy at 27.11%.
  • There are around 836 households in Harkhar village.

Connectivity of Harkhar

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

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

Nearby Villages of Harkhar

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

Banpur Bariarpur Sakdari Harni Khalari Karitanr Gorhi Sokho Arnawan Bank Mainijor Gadi Bishunpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Harkhar

Where is Harkhar located?
Harkhar village is situated in Khaira Subdivision, within the Jamui district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkhar?
Harkhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Harkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harkhar is 4,822, with 2,491 males and 2,331 females.
How many households are there in Harkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Harkhar village has a total of 836 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harkhar is 33.60%. The male literacy rate is 39.66%, while the female literacy rate is 27.11%.