Kharthi - Meherma, Godda
Kharthi is a village situated in the Meherma subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meherma and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Simanpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharthi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharthi is 355629. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 814160 pincode. Meherna is the nearest town.
Kharthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharthi
As per Census 2011, Kharthi village has a total population of 1,504 people, consisting of 775 males and 729 females. The village has 301 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 681 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 405 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharthi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,504 | 775 | 729 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 130 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 405 | 206 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 5 | - |
| Literate Population | 681 | 432 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 343 | 480 |
Nearby Villages of Kharthi
Kharthi 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 Kharthi
Kharthi 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 >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 Godda to Kharthi is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharthi
Where is Kharthi located?
Kharthi village is located in Meherma Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharthi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharthi is Simanpur.
What is the pincode of Kharthi?
The pincode of Kharthi is 814160.
What is the population of Kharthi?
Kharthi has a total population of 1,504, including 775 males and 729 females.
How many households are there in Kharthi?
There are 301 households in Kharthi.
What is the literacy rate in Kharthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharthi is 45.28%. Male literacy is 55.74% and female literacy is 34.16%.