Kharkona
Kharkona is a village located in Shankargarh tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Shankargarh (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kharkona village is also a gram panchayat.
Kharkona has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Kharkona
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkona is 432450. The village spans a total geographical area of 444.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497118. Ambikapur is nearest town to Kharkona village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 72km away.
Google Map of Kharkona
Population of Kharkona
Below is a concise population overview of Kharkona 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 | 677 | 344 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 74 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 272 | 269 |
| Literate Population | 345 | 202 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 142 | 190 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharkona village:
- The total population of Kharkona village is around 677, including approximately 344 males and 333 females, with a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 138 children aged 0–6 years in Kharkona village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharkona village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 541 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharkona village is about 50.96%, with male literacy at 58.72% and female literacy at 42.94%.
- There are around 163 households in Kharkona village.
Connectivity of Kharkona
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkona. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkona 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharkona
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkona helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkona.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkona
- Where is Kharkona located?
- Kharkona village is situated in Shankargarh Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkona?
- Kharkona serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharkona?
- The pincode of Kharkona is 497118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkona is 677, with 344 males and 333 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkona as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkona village has a total of 163 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkona as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkona is 50.96%. The male literacy rate is 58.72%, while the female literacy rate is 42.94%.