Kharsand
Kharsand is a village located in Kalyanpur subdivision of Samastipur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Samastipur. As per 2009 stats, Kharsand East is the gram panchayat of Kharsand village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharsand unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Samastipur region. You’ll see Kharsand’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 Kharsand
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharsand is 236252. The village spans a total geographical area of 1202 hectares. Samastipur is nearest town to Kharsand village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kharsand
Population of Kharsand
According to the 2011 Census, Kharsand has a total population of about 13,774, with approximately 7,192 males and 6,582 females. The sex ratio is around 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,566 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,044 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.14%, with male literacy at about 57.44% and female literacy near 40.06%. There are around 2,555 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharsand's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 13,774 | 7,192 | 6,582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,566 | 1,325 | 1,241 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,044 | 1,051 | 993 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 6,768 | 4,131 | 2,637 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,006 | 3,061 | 3,945 |
Connectivity of Kharsand
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharsand. As per the 2011 stats, Kharsand 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharsand
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharsand helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharsand.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharsand
- Where is Kharsand located?
- Kharsand village is situated in Kalyanpur Subdivision, within the Samastipur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharsand?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharsand is Kharsand East (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kharsand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharsand is 13,774, with 7,192 males and 6,582 females.
- How many households are there in Kharsand as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharsand village has a total of 2,555 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharsand as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharsand is 49.14%. The male literacy rate is 57.44%, while the female literacy rate is 40.06%.