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.
Here you can discover what makes Kirkar unique in its vibrant Malkharoda-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kirkar’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kirkar has a total population of about 894, with approximately 452 males and 442 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 402 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.64%, with male literacy at about 69.91% and female literacy near 55.20%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kirkar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.