Kharna
Kharna is a village located in Bishungarh subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Bishnugarh (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Kharna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharna unique in its vibrant Bishungarh-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Kharna’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 Kharna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharna is 368398. The village spans a total geographical area of 999.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825312. Bishungarh is nearest town to Kharna village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kharna 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 Kharna
Population of Kharna
According to the 2011 Census, Kharna has a total population of about 2,356, with approximately 1,186 males and 1,170 females. The sex ratio is around 986 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 402 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 295. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.42%, with male literacy at about 56.66% and female literacy near 34.02%. There are around 348 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,356 | 1,186 | 1,170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 201 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 148 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 672 | 398 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,286 | 514 | 772 |
Connectivity of Kharna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharna. As per the 2011 stats, Kharna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharna
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharna
- Where is Kharna located?
- Kharna village is situated in Bishungarh Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharna?
- Kharna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharna?
- The pincode of Kharna is 825312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharna is 2,356, with 1,186 males and 1,170 females.
- How many households are there in Kharna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharna village has a total of 348 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharna is 45.42%. The male literacy rate is 56.66%, while the female literacy rate is 34.02%.