Kharki
About Kharki
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharki village is 026194. Kharki village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 56km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Kharki village. As per 2009 stats, Devgarh is the gram panchayat of Kharki village.
The total geographical area of village is 119 hectares. Kharki has a total population of 311 peoples, out of which male population is 154 while female population is 157. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1019 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharki village is 64.95% out of which 74.68% males and 55.41% females are literate. There are about 67 houses in kharki village. Pincode of kharki village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Kharki village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharki village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to kharki village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kharki
The population details of Kharki cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 154 | 157 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 14 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 202 | 115 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 39 | 70 |
Connectivity of Kharki
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharki
Where is Kharki located?
Kharki village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharki?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharki is Devgarh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharki?
The pincode of Kharki is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharki is 311, with 154 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharki village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharki is 64.95%. The male literacy rate is 74.68%, while the female literacy rate is 55.41%.