Kharsan
Kharsan is a village located in Riga subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Riga (tehsildar office) and 11km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Sahbajpur is the gram panchayat of Kharsan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharsan unique in its vibrant Riga-Sitamarhi region. You’ll see Kharsan’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 Kharsan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharsan is 219379. The village spans a total geographical area of 499 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843327. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Kharsan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Kharsan
Population of Kharsan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharsan has a total population of about 5,056, with approximately 2,684 males and 2,372 females. The sex ratio is around 883 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 973 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,486 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 45.47%, with male literacy at about 51.12% and female literacy near 39.08%. There are around 1,089 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharsan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,056 | 2,684 | 2,372 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 973 | 515 | 458 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,486 | 784 | 702 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,299 | 1,372 | 927 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,757 | 1,312 | 1,445 |
Connectivity of Kharsan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharsan. As per the 2011 stats, Kharsan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharsan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharsan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharsan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharsan
- Where is Kharsan located?
- Kharsan village is situated in Riga Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharsan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharsan is Sahbajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharsan?
- The pincode of Kharsan is 843327, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharsan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharsan is 5,056, with 2,684 males and 2,372 females.
- How many households are there in Kharsan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharsan village has a total of 1,089 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharsan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharsan is 45.47%. The male literacy rate is 51.12%, while the female literacy rate is 39.08%.