Kharik
Kharik is a village located in Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Madhepur (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Rahua Sangram is the gram panchayat of Kharik village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharik unique in its vibrant Madhepur-Madhubani region. You’ll see Kharik’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharik
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharik is 220885. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847408. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Kharik village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kharik
Population of Kharik
According to the 2011 Census, Kharik has a total population of about 2,803, with approximately 1,421 males and 1,382 females. The sex ratio is around 972 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 526 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 513 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.00%, with male literacy at about 41.80% and female literacy near 23.95%. There are around 637 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharik's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,803 | 1,421 | 1,382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 526 | 254 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 513 | 272 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 925 | 594 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,878 | 827 | 1,051 |
Connectivity of Kharik
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharik. As per the 2011 stats, Kharik 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharik
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharik helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharik.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharik
- Where is Kharik located?
- Kharik village is situated in Madhepur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharik?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharik is Rahua Sangram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharik?
- The pincode of Kharik is 847408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharik as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharik is 2,803, with 1,421 males and 1,382 females.
- How many households are there in Kharik as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharik village has a total of 637 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharik as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharik is 33.00%. The male literacy rate is 41.80%, while the female literacy rate is 23.95%.