Kharia - Jhagadia, Bharuch
Kharia is a village situated in the Jhagadia taluka of Bharuch district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhagadia and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bharuch. Dholakuva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharia is 522259. The village covers a total geographical area of 171.82 hectares and falls under the 393110 pincode. Bharuch is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharia
According to the 2011 Census, Kharia village had a total population of 531 people, including 277 males and 254 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.83%, with male literacy at 65.81% and female literacy at 55.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 531.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 277 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 531 | 277 | 254 |
| Literate Population | 278 | 154 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 253 | 123 | 130 |
Nearby Villages of Kharia
Kharia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kharia
Public transport in the Kharia is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kharia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bharuch to Kharia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kharia
Where is Kharia located?
Kharia village is located in Jhagadia Taluka, Bharuch district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharia is Dholakuva.
What is the pincode of Kharia?
The pincode of Kharia is 393110.
What is the population of Kharia?
Kharia had a total population of 531, including 277 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Kharia?
Kharia had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharia was 60.83%. Male literacy was 65.81% and female literacy was 55.61%.