Kharkan
About Kharkan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharkan village is 023470. Kharkan village is located in Ronhat tehsil of Sirmaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 142km away from district headquarter Ronhat. Ronhat is the sub-district headquarter of Kharkan village. As per 2009 stats, Shakhauli is the gram panchayat of Kharkan village.
The total geographical area of village is 334 hectares. Kharkan has a total population of 543 peoples, out of which male population is 279 while female population is 264. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharkan village is 59.30% out of which 69.53% males and 48.48% females are literate. There are about 74 houses in kharkan village. Pincode of kharkan village locality is 173027.
When it comes to administration, Kharkan 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, Kharkan village comes under Shillai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Paonta Sahib is nearest town to kharkan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kharkan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 543 | 279 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 194 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 85 | 136 |
Connectivity of Kharkan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkan
Where is Kharkan located?
Kharkan village is situated in Ronhat Tehsil, within the Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharkan is Shakhauli (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 173027, 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 543, with 279 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Kharkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharkan village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkan is 59.30%. The male literacy rate is 69.53%, while the female literacy rate is 48.48%.