Kharka

Kharka is a village located in Runisaidpur subdivision of Sitamarhi district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Runisaidpur (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Sitamarhi. As per 2009 stats, Kharka village is also a gram panchayat.

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 219502. The village spans a total geographical area of 241.2 hectares. Sitamarhi is nearest town to Kharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km 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 3,524 1,876 1,648
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 717 371 346
Scheduled Castes (SC) 54 31 23
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,105 669 436
Illiterate Population 2,419 1,207 1,212

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

  • The total population of Kharka village is around 3,524, including approximately 1,876 males and 1,648 females, with a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 717 children aged 0–6 years in Kharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharka village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharka village is about 31.36%, with male literacy at 35.66% and female literacy at 26.46%.
  • There are around 820 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 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 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.

Rain Shankar Bhada Sonpurwa Baghauni Ibrahimpur Suhai Ghausnagar Gidha Phulwaria Urf Bhagwanpur Kundal Urf Gurgawan Sagridih Urf Siridih Chak Sambhua

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharka

Where is Kharka located?
Kharka village is situated in Runisaidpur Subdivision, within the Sitamarhi district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharka?
Kharka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharka is 3,524, with 1,876 males and 1,648 females.
How many households are there in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharka village has a total of 820 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharka is 31.36%. The male literacy rate is 35.66%, while the female literacy rate is 26.46%.