Kharsan
Kharsan is a village located in Gawan subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Gawan (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Kharsan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharsan unique in its vibrant Gawan-Giridih region. You’ll see Kharsan’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 Kharsan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharsan is 350351. The village spans a total geographical area of 652 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815313. Giridih is nearest town to Kharsan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kharsan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharsan
Population of Kharsan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharsan has a total population of about 3,155, with approximately 1,534 males and 1,621 females. The sex ratio is around 1056 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 656 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 342 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.66%, with male literacy at about 60.69% and female literacy near 43.12%. There are around 516 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharsan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,155 | 1,534 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 656 | 351 | 305 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 342 | 184 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,630 | 931 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,525 | 603 | 922 |
Connectivity of Kharsan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharsan. As per the 2011 stats, Kharsan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharsan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharsan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharsan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharsan
- Where is Kharsan located?
- Kharsan village is situated in Gawan Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharsan?
- Kharsan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharsan?
- The pincode of Kharsan is 815313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharsan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharsan is 3,155, with 1,534 males and 1,621 females.
- How many households are there in Kharsan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharsan village has a total of 516 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharsan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharsan is 51.66%. The male literacy rate is 60.69%, while the female literacy rate is 43.12%.