Kharani - Gobindpur, Dhanbad
Kharani is a village situated in the Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gobindpur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Bariyo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharani is 361663. The village covers a total geographical area of 232 hectares and falls under the 828109 pincode.
Kharani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sindri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhanbad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharani
As per Census 2011, Kharani village has a total population of 2,244 people, consisting of 1,164 males and 1,080 females. The village has 374 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 354 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,490 literate and 754 illiterate residents. Additionally, 700 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 109 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,244 | 1,164 | 1,080 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 189 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 700 | 360 | 340 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 109 | 55 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 1,490 | 863 | 627 |
| Illiterate Population | 754 | 301 | 453 |
Nearby Villages of Kharani
Kharani 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 Kharani
Kharani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Kharani is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharani
Where is Kharani located?
Kharani village is located in Gobindpur Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharani is Bariyo.
What is the pincode of Kharani?
The pincode of Kharani is 828109.
What is the population of Kharani?
Kharani has a total population of 2,244, including 1,164 males and 1,080 females.
How many households are there in Kharani?
There are 374 households in Kharani.
What is the literacy rate in Kharani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharani is 66.40%. Male literacy is 74.14% and female literacy is 58.06%.