Kharwa - Mohanpur, Deoghar
Kharwa is a village situated in the Mohanpur subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohanpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Balthar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharwa is 353682. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.24 hectares and falls under the 814120 pincode. Deoghar is the nearest town.
Kharwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kharwa village had a total population of 674 people, including 343 males and 331 females, living in 114 households. The sex ratio was 965 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.72%, with male literacy at 80.16% and female literacy at 47.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 139.
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 | 674 | 343 | 331 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 86 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 70 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 206 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 342 | 137 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Kharwa
Kharwa 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 Kharwa
Public transport in the Kharwa is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Kharwa is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kharwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharwa
Where is Kharwa located?
Kharwa village is located in Mohanpur Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharwa is Balthar.
What is the pincode of Kharwa?
The pincode of Kharwa is 814120.
What is the population of Kharwa?
Kharwa had a total population of 674, including 343 males and 331 females.
How many households are there in Kharwa?
Kharwa had 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharwa was 63.72%. Male literacy was 80.16% and female literacy was 47.73%.