Kharkena
Kharkena is a village located in Dabhra tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Dabhra (tehsildar office) and 88km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kharkena village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkena unique in its vibrant Dabhra-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kharkena’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 Kharkena
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkena is 437180. The village spans a total geographical area of 334.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495692. Dabhra is nearest town to Kharkena village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Kharkena
Population of Kharkena
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkena has a total population of about 1,615, with approximately 810 males and 805 females. The sex ratio is around 993 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 185 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 810 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 332. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.02%, with male literacy at about 74.81% and female literacy near 55.16%. There are around 482 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkena's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,615 | 810 | 805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 185 | 101 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 810 | 397 | 413 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 332 | 162 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 1,050 | 606 | 444 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 204 | 361 |
Connectivity of Kharkena
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkena. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkena had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharkena
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkena helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkena.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkena
- Where is Kharkena located?
- Kharkena village is situated in Dabhra Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkena?
- Kharkena serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharkena?
- The pincode of Kharkena is 495692, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharkena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkena is 1,615, with 810 males and 805 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkena as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkena village has a total of 482 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkena as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkena is 65.02%. The male literacy rate is 74.81%, while the female literacy rate is 55.16%.