Orkhar
About Orkhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Orkhar village is 351025. Orkhar village is located in Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhanwar (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Kendua is the gram panchayat of Orkhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 186 hectares. Orkhar has a total population of 1,574 peoples, out of which male population is 821 while female population is 753. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 917 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of orkhar village is 58.83% out of which 74.18% males and 42.10% females are literate. There are about 202 houses in orkhar village. Pincode of orkhar village locality is 825412.
When it comes to administration, Orkhar 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, Orkhar village comes under Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency. Giridih is nearest town to orkhar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Orkhar
The population details of Orkhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,574 | 821 | 753 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 237 | 117 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 253 | 128 | 125 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 926 | 609 | 317 |
| Illiterate Population | 648 | 212 | 436 |
Connectivity of Orkhar
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Orkhar
Where is Orkhar located?
Orkhar village is situated in Dhanwar Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orkhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Orkhar is Kendua (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Orkhar?
The pincode of Orkhar is 825412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Orkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Orkhar is 1,574, with 821 males and 753 females.
How many households are there in Orkhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Orkhar village has a total of 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orkhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orkhar is 58.83%. The male literacy rate is 74.18%, while the female literacy rate is 42.10%.