Kharni
Kharni is a village located in Gobindpur subdivision of Dhanbad district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gobindpur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Dhanbad. As per 2009 stats, Bariyo is the gram panchayat of Kharni village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharni unique in its vibrant Gobindpur-Dhanbad region. You’ll see Kharni’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 Kharni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharni is 361663. The village spans a total geographical area of 232 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 834001. Gobindpur is nearest town to Kharni village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kharni
Population of Kharni
According to the 2011 Census, Kharni has a total population of about 2,244, with approximately 1,164 males and 1,080 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 354 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 700 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 109. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.40%, with male literacy at about 74.14% and female literacy near 58.06%. There are around 374 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kharni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharni. As per the 2011 stats, Kharni had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharni
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharni
- Where is Kharni located?
- Kharni village is situated in Gobindpur Subdivision, within the Dhanbad district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharni is Bariyo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharni?
- The pincode of Kharni is 834001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharni is 2,244, with 1,164 males and 1,080 females.
- How many households are there in Kharni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharni village has a total of 374 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharni is 66.40%. The male literacy rate is 74.14%, while the female literacy rate is 58.06%.