Kharkatwa
Kharkatwa is a village located in Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Ramgarhwa (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Dhanhar Dihuli is the gram panchayat of Kharkatwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkatwa unique in its vibrant Ramgarhwa-Purba 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 217579. The village spans a total geographical area of 271.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845433. Raxaul is nearest town to Kharkatwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kharkatwa
Population of Kharkatwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkatwa has a total population of about 2,676, with approximately 1,425 males and 1,251 females. The sex ratio is around 877 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 540 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 409 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 127. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.62%, with male literacy at about 43.65% and female literacy near 28.62%. There are around 512 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 | 2,676 | 1,425 | 1,251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 540 | 307 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 409 | 202 | 207 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 980 | 622 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,696 | 803 | 893 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 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 Ramgarhwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkatwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharkatwa is Dhanhar Dihuli (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 845433, 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 2,676, with 1,425 males and 1,251 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkatwa village has a total of 512 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkatwa is 36.62%. The male literacy rate is 43.65%, while the female literacy rate is 28.62%.