Kharbu
Kharbu is a village located in Kargil tehsil of Kargil district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 36km away from Kargil, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kharbu village. As per 2009 stats, Kharboo is the gram panchayat of Kharbu village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharbu unique in its vibrant Kargil region. You’ll see Kharbu’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 Kharbu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharbu is 000978. The village spans a total geographical area of 89.4 hectares. Kargil is nearest town to Kharbu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Kharbu
Population of Kharbu
According to the 2011 Census, Kharbu has a total population of about 1,074, with approximately 566 males and 508 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 188 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,064. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.36%, with male literacy at about 74.73% and female literacy near 54.92%. There are around 145 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharbu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,074 | 566 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 114 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,064 | 559 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 702 | 423 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 372 | 143 | 229 |
Connectivity of Kharbu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharbu. As per the 2011 stats, Kharbu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharbu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharbu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharbu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharbu
- Where is Kharbu located?
- Kharbu village is situated in Kargil Tehsil, within the Kargil district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharbu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharbu is Kharboo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kharbu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharbu is 1,074, with 566 males and 508 females.
- How many households are there in Kharbu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharbu village has a total of 145 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharbu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharbu is 65.36%. The male literacy rate is 74.73%, while the female literacy rate is 54.92%.