Smalkha
Smalkha is a village located in Gharaunda tehsil of Karnal district in Haryana, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gharaunda (tehsildar office) and 10km away from district headquarter Karnal. As per 2009 stats, Samalkha is the gram panchayat of Smalkha village.
Smalkha has its own place in the vibrant Karnal 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 Smalkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Smalkha is 059383. The village spans a total geographical area of 328 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 132037. Karnal is nearest town to Smalkha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Smalkha 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 Gharaunda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Karnal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Smalkha
Population of Smalkha
Below is a concise population overview of Smalkha 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 | 1,361 | 722 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 105 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 519 | 267 | 252 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 870 | 526 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 491 | 196 | 295 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Smalkha village:
- The total population of Smalkha village is around 1,361, including approximately 722 males and 639 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 205 children aged 0–6 years in Smalkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Smalkha village has 519 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Smalkha village is about 63.92%, with male literacy at 72.85% and female literacy at 53.83%.
- There are around 261 households in Smalkha village.
Connectivity of Smalkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Smalkha. As per the 2011 stats, Smalkha 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Smalkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Smalkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Smalkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Smalkha
- Where is Smalkha located?
- Smalkha village is situated in Gharaunda Tehsil, within the Karnal district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Smalkha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Smalkha is Samalkha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Smalkha?
- The pincode of Smalkha is 132037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Smalkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Smalkha is 1,361, with 722 males and 639 females.
- How many households are there in Smalkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Smalkha village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Smalkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Smalkha is 63.92%. The male literacy rate is 72.85%, while the female literacy rate is 53.83%.