Kharkan
Kharkan is a village located in Karsog tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 157km away from district headquarter Karsog. Karsog is the sub-district headquarter of Kharkan village. As per 2009 stats, Khadkan is the gram panchayat of Kharkan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkan unique in its vibrant Karsog-Mandi region. You’ll see Kharkan’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 Kharkan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkan is 015814. The village spans a total geographical area of 45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171304. Seoni is nearest town to Kharkan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kharkan
Population of Kharkan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkan has a total population of about 186, with approximately 94 males and 92 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 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 75.27%, with male literacy at about 81.91% and female literacy near 68.48%. There are around 38 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 94 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 17 | 29 |
Connectivity of Kharkan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkan. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharkan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkan
- Where is Kharkan located?
- Kharkan village is situated in Karsog Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharkan is Khadkan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharkan?
- The pincode of Kharkan is 171304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharkan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkan is 186, with 94 males and 92 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkan village has a total of 38 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkan is 75.27%. The male literacy rate is 81.91%, while the female literacy rate is 68.48%.