Kirkar
Kirkar is a village located in Malkharoda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Malkharoda (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kirkar village is also a gram panchayat.
Kirkar has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Kirkar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kirkar is 437282. The village spans a total geographical area of 216.28 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495695. Adbhar is nearest town to Kirkar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kirkar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chandrapura Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kirkar
Population of Kirkar
Below is a concise population overview of Kirkar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 452 | 442 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 402 | 208 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 316 | 244 |
| Illiterate Population | 334 | 136 | 198 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kirkar village:
- The total population of Kirkar village is around 894, including approximately 452 males and 442 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 108 children aged 0–6 years in Kirkar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kirkar village has 402 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 9 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kirkar village is about 62.64%, with male literacy at 69.91% and female literacy at 55.20%.
- There are around 214 households in Kirkar village.
Connectivity of Kirkar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kirkar. As per the 2011 stats, Kirkar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kirkar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kirkar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kirkar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kirkar
- Where is Kirkar located?
- Kirkar village is situated in Malkharoda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kirkar?
- Kirkar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kirkar?
- The pincode of Kirkar is 495695, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kirkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kirkar is 894, with 452 males and 442 females.
- How many households are there in Kirkar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kirkar village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kirkar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kirkar is 62.64%. The male literacy rate is 69.91%, while the female literacy rate is 55.20%.