Kharkatwa
Kharkatwa is a village located in Gaunaha subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Gaunaha (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Bajra is the gram panchayat of Kharkatwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkatwa unique in its vibrant Gaunaha-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Kharkatwa’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 Kharkatwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkatwa is 216421. The village spans a total geographical area of 278 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845455. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Kharkatwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Kharkatwa
Population of Kharkatwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkatwa has a total population of about 741, with approximately 387 males and 354 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 499 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 30.63%, with male literacy at about 34.63% and female literacy near 26.27%. There are around 137 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkatwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 741 | 387 | 354 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 83 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 258 | 241 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 227 | 134 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 514 | 253 | 261 |
Connectivity of Kharkatwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkatwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkatwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharkatwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkatwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkatwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkatwa
- Where is Kharkatwa located?
- Kharkatwa village is situated in Gaunaha Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkatwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharkatwa is Bajra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharkatwa?
- The pincode of Kharkatwa is 845455, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharkatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkatwa is 741, with 387 males and 354 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkatwa village has a total of 137 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkatwa is 30.63%. The male literacy rate is 34.63%, while the female literacy rate is 26.27%.