Kharkhod
Kharkhod is a village located in Pamgarh tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Pamgarh (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Kharkhod village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkhod unique in its vibrant Pamgarh-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kharkhod’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 Kharkhod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkhod is 437055. The village spans a total geographical area of 474.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495554. Rahaud is nearest town to Kharkhod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharkhod 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 Pamgarh 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 Kharkhod
Population of Kharkhod
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkhod has a total population of about 1,989, with approximately 989 males and 1,000 females. The sex ratio is around 1011 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 269 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 295 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 40. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.24%, with male literacy at about 72.60% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 441 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkhod's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,989 | 989 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 269 | 144 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 295 | 155 | 140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 1,218 | 718 | 500 |
| Illiterate Population | 771 | 271 | 500 |
Connectivity of Kharkhod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkhod. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkhod 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 Kharkhod
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkhod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkhod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkhod
- Where is Kharkhod located?
- Kharkhod village is situated in Pamgarh Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkhod?
- Kharkhod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharkhod?
- The pincode of Kharkhod is 495554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharkhod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkhod is 1,989, with 989 males and 1,000 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkhod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkhod village has a total of 441 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkhod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkhod is 61.24%. The male literacy rate is 72.60%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.