Kharkan - Ronhat, Sirmaur
Kharkan is a village situated in the Ronhat tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Shakholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharkan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkan is 023470. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Kharkan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharkan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkan village had a total population of 543 people, including 279 males and 264 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.08%, with male literacy at 78.86% and female literacy at 56.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63.
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 | 543 | 279 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 33 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 194 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 85 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkan
Kharkan 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 Kharkan
Kharkan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kharkan has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Kharkan is about 142 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkan 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 Kharkan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kharkan
Where is Kharkan located?
Kharkan village is located in Ronhat Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharkan is Shakholi.
What is the pincode of Kharkan?
The pincode of Kharkan is 173027.
What is the population of Kharkan?
Kharkan had a total population of 543, including 279 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Kharkan?
Kharkan had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkan was 68.08%. Male literacy was 78.86% and female literacy was 56.39%.