Kharkatwa
Kharkatwa is a village located in Narkatiaganj subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Narkatiaganj (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Dumariya is the gram panchayat of Kharkatwa village.
Kharkatwa has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran 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 Kharkatwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkatwa is 216694. The village spans a total geographical area of 182.9 hectares. Narkatiyaganj is nearest town to Kharkatwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Kharkatwa
Population of Kharkatwa
Below is a concise population overview of Kharkatwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 958 | 481 | 477 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 199 | 105 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 112 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 366 | 235 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 592 | 246 | 346 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharkatwa village:
- The total population of Kharkatwa village is around 958, including approximately 481 males and 477 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 199 children aged 0–6 years in Kharkatwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharkatwa village has 225 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharkatwa village is about 38.20%, with male literacy at 48.86% and female literacy at 27.46%.
- There are around 184 households in Kharkatwa village.
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 10+ km distance |
| 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 Narkatiaganj Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkatwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharkatwa is Dumariya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kharkatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkatwa is 958, with 481 males and 477 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkatwa village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkatwa is 38.20%. The male literacy rate is 48.86%, while the female literacy rate is 27.46%.