Kharka
Kharka is a village located in Verno subdivision of Gumla district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Verno (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Gumla. As per 2009 stats, Amaliya is the gram panchayat of Kharka village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharka unique in its vibrant Verno-Gumla region. You’ll see Kharka’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 Kharka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharka is 375737. The village spans a total geographical area of 396.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 835203. Verno is nearest town to Kharka village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kharka 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 Sisai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Lohardaga Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharka
Population of Kharka
According to the 2011 Census, Kharka has a total population of about 750, with approximately 397 males and 353 females. The sex ratio is around 889 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 97 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 518. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.20%, with male literacy at about 62.22% and female literacy near 34.56%. There are around 131 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 750 | 397 | 353 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 57 | 40 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 518 | 270 | 248 |
Literate Population | 369 | 247 | 122 |
Illiterate Population | 381 | 150 | 231 |
Connectivity of Kharka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharka. As per the 2011 stats, Kharka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharka
- Where is Kharka located?
- Kharka village is situated in Verno Subdivision, within the Gumla district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharka is Amaliya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharka?
- The pincode of Kharka is 835203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharka is 750, with 397 males and 353 females.
- How many households are there in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharka village has a total of 131 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharka is 49.20%. The male literacy rate is 62.22%, while the female literacy rate is 34.56%.