Kharka Basant
Kharka Basant is a village located in Bokhara subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Bokhara (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Kharka Basant Uttari is the gram panchayat of Kharka Basant village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharka Basant unique in its vibrant Bokhara-Sitamarhi region. You’ll see Kharka Basant’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 Kharka Basant
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharka Basant is 219788. The village spans a total geographical area of 1202 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 847302. Pupri is nearest town to Kharka Basant village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Kharka Basant
According to the 2011 Census, Kharka Basant has a total population of about 16,018, with approximately 8,382 males and 7,636 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,987 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,848 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.54%, with male literacy at about 53.81% and female literacy near 36.47%. There are around 3,513 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharka Basant's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 16,018 | 8,382 | 7,636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,987 | 1,544 | 1,443 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,848 | 949 | 899 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 7,295 | 4,510 | 2,785 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,723 | 3,872 | 4,851 |
Connectivity of Kharka Basant
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharka Basant. As per the 2011 stats, Kharka Basant 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharka Basant
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharka Basant helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharka Basant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharka Basant
- Where is Kharka Basant located?
- Kharka Basant village is situated in Bokhara Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharka Basant?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharka Basant is Kharka Basant Uttari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharka Basant?
- The pincode of Kharka Basant is 847302, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharka Basant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharka Basant is 16,018, with 8,382 males and 7,636 females.
- How many households are there in Kharka Basant as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharka Basant village has a total of 3,513 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharka Basant as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharka Basant is 45.54%. The male literacy rate is 53.81%, while the female literacy rate is 36.47%.