Kharia - Rania, Sirsa
Kharia is a village situated in the Rania tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rania and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sirsa. Kharian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharia is 060786. The village covers a total geographical area of 3758 hectares and falls under the 125076 pincode. Sirsa is the nearest town.
Kharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rania Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharia
According to the 2011 Census, Kharia village had a total population of 9,300 people, including 4,933 males and 4,367 females, living in 1,714 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.73%, with male literacy at 74.99% and female literacy at 57.44%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,354.
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 | 9,300 | 4,933 | 4,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,091 | 587 | 504 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,354 | 1,249 | 1,105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 5,478 | 3,259 | 2,219 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,822 | 1,674 | 2,148 |
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
Kharia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sirsa to Kharia is about 25 km, with the usual travel time 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kharia
Where is Kharia located?
Kharia village is located in Rania Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharia is Kharian.
What is the pincode of Kharia?
The pincode of Kharia is 125076.
What is the population of Kharia?
Kharia had a total population of 9,300, including 4,933 males and 4,367 females.
How many households are there in Kharia?
Kharia had 1,714 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharia was 66.73%. Male literacy was 74.99% and female literacy was 57.44%.