Kharka
Kharka is a village located in Tati Jhariya subdivision of Hazaribagh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Tati Jharia (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Hazaribagh. As per 2009 stats, Dumar is the gram panchayat of Kharka village.
Kharka has its own place in the vibrant Hazaribagh 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 368168. The village spans a total geographical area of 97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825402. Hazaribagh 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 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 Kharka
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 476 | 239 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 58 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 134 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 105 | 152 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharka village:
- The total population of Kharka village is around 476, including approximately 239 males and 237 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Kharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharka village has 74 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 116 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharka village is about 46.01%, with male literacy at 56.07% and female literacy at 35.86%.
- There are around 87 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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 Tati Jhariya Subdivision, within the Hazaribagh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharka is Dumar (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 825402, 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 476, with 239 males and 237 females.
- How many households are there in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharka village has a total of 87 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharka is 46.01%. The male literacy rate is 56.07%, while the female literacy rate is 35.86%.