Kharka

Kharka is a village located in Dumra subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dumra (tehsildar office) and 5km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Rampur Parori is the gram panchayat of Kharka village.

Kharka has its own place in the vibrant Sitamarhi 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 Kharka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharka is 219578. The village spans a total geographical area of 201 hectares. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Kharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Kharka

Below is a concise population overview of Kharka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,776 1,469 1,307
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 555 291 264
Scheduled Castes (SC) 333 176 157
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,363 871 492
Illiterate Population 1,413 598 815

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharka village:

  • The total population of Kharka village is around 2,776, including approximately 1,469 males and 1,307 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 555 children aged 0–6 years in Kharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharka village has 333 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharka village is about 49.10%, with male literacy at 59.29% and female literacy at 37.64%.
  • There are around 475 households in Kharka village.

Connectivity of Kharka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharka. As per the 2011 stats, Kharka 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Kharka

Knowing the nearby villages of Kharka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharka.

Mohandih Banchauri Kokna Rampur Parori Madhuban Chakmahila Mahsaul Urf Rampur Lachmi Bariarpur Mahamadpur Seb Bhairo Bhup Bhairo Kothi

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharka

Where is Kharka located?
Kharka village is situated in Dumra Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharka is Rampur Parori (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharka is 2,776, with 1,469 males and 1,307 females.
How many households are there in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharka village has a total of 475 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharka is 49.10%. The male literacy rate is 59.29%, while the female literacy rate is 37.64%.