Kharika
Kharika is a village located in Katkamsandi subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Katkamsandi (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Bajha is the gram panchayat of Kharika village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharika unique in its vibrant Katkamsandi-Hazaribagh region. You’ll see Kharika’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 Kharika
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharika is 368611. The village spans a total geographical area of 220.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825334. Katkamsandi is nearest town to Kharika village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Kharika village comes under Hazaribagh assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kharika
Population of Kharika
According to the 2011 Census, Kharika has a total population of about 310, with approximately 165 males and 145 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 55 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 146 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 107. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.77%, with male literacy at about 40.61% and female literacy near 32.41%. There are around 61 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharika's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 165 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 35 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 83 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 67 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 98 | 98 |
Connectivity of Kharika
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharika. As per the 2011 stats, Kharika 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharika
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharika.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharika
- Where is Kharika located?
- Kharika village is situated in Katkamsandi Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharika is Bajha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharika?
- The pincode of Kharika is 825334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharika is 310, with 165 males and 145 females.
- How many households are there in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharika village has a total of 61 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharika is 36.77%. The male literacy rate is 40.61%, while the female literacy rate is 32.41%.