Kharant
Kharant is a village located in Masaurhi subdivision of Patna district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Masaurhi (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Patna. As per 2009 stats, Kharant village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharant unique in its vibrant Masaurhi-Patna region. You’ll see Kharant’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 Kharant
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharant is 245866. The village spans a total geographical area of 193 hectares. Masauri is nearest town to Kharant village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kharant
Population of Kharant
According to the 2011 Census, Kharant has a total population of about 2,308, with approximately 1,199 males and 1,109 females. The sex ratio is around 924 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 451 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 909 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 48.66%, with male literacy at about 59.97% and female literacy near 36.43%. There are around 428 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharant's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,308 | 1,199 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 451 | 240 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 474 | 435 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,123 | 719 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,185 | 480 | 705 |
Connectivity of Kharant
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharant. As per the 2011 stats, Kharant 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 Kharant
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharant helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharant
- Where is Kharant located?
- Kharant village is situated in Masaurhi Subdivision, within the Patna district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharant?
- Kharant serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kharant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharant is 2,308, with 1,199 males and 1,109 females.
- How many households are there in Kharant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharant village has a total of 428 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharant as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharant is 48.66%. The male literacy rate is 59.97%, while the female literacy rate is 36.43%.