Kharki
Kharki is a village located in Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnugarh (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Kharki village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharki unique in its vibrant Bishungarh-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Kharki’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 Kharki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharki is 368473. The village spans a total geographical area of 3516.96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825312. Hazaribagh is nearest town to Kharki village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kharki 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 Mandhu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hazaribagh Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharki
Population of Kharki
According to the 2011 Census, Kharki has a total population of about 14,000, with approximately 7,080 males and 6,920 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 2,529 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,231 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,748. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.75%, with male literacy at about 57.87% and female literacy near 35.38%. There are around 2,340 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,000 | 7,080 | 6,920 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,529 | 1,296 | 1,233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,231 | 631 | 600 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,748 | 1,368 | 1,380 |
| Literate Population | 6,545 | 4,097 | 2,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,455 | 2,983 | 4,472 |
Connectivity of Kharki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharki. As per the 2011 stats, Kharki 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharki
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharki
- Where is Kharki located?
- Kharki village is situated in Bishungarh Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharki?
- Kharki serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharki?
- The pincode of Kharki is 825312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharki is 14,000, with 7,080 males and 6,920 females.
- How many households are there in Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharki village has a total of 2,340 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharki is 46.75%. The male literacy rate is 57.87%, while the female literacy rate is 35.38%.