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.

Kharka has its own place in the vibrant Gumla region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Kharka

Below is a concise population overview of Kharka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharka village:

  • The total population of Kharka village is around 750, including approximately 397 males and 353 females, with a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 97 children aged 0–6 years in Kharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharka village has 518 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kharka village is about 49.20%, with male literacy at 62.22% and female literacy at 34.56%.
  • There are around 131 households in Kharka village.

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)
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%.