Karkhana
Karkhana is a village located in Safidon tehsil of Jind district in Haryana, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Safidon (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Jind. As per 2009 stats, Karkhana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Karkhana unique in its vibrant Safidon-Jind region. You’ll see Karkhana’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 Karkhana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karkhana is 060249. The village spans a total geographical area of 403 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 126112. Safidon is nearest town to Karkhana village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Karkhana 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 Safidon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sonipat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Karkhana
Population of Karkhana
According to the 2011 Census, Karkhana has a total population of about 2,791, with approximately 1,473 males and 1,318 females. The sex ratio is around 894 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 379 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 538 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.71%, with male literacy at about 74.27% and female literacy near 54.02%. There are around 521 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Karkhana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,791 | 1,473 | 1,318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 379 | 198 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 538 | 286 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,806 | 1,094 | 712 |
| Illiterate Population | 985 | 379 | 606 |
Connectivity of Karkhana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karkhana. As per the 2011 stats, Karkhana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Karkhana
Knowing the nearby villages of Karkhana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karkhana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Karkhana
- Where is Karkhana located?
- Karkhana village is situated in Safidon Tehsil, within the Jind district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Karkhana?
- Karkhana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Karkhana?
- The pincode of Karkhana is 126112, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Karkhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karkhana is 2,791, with 1,473 males and 1,318 females.
- How many households are there in Karkhana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Karkhana village has a total of 521 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Karkhana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karkhana is 64.71%. The male literacy rate is 74.27%, while the female literacy rate is 54.02%.