Harkha
Harkha is a village located in Latehar subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 2km away from Latehar, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Harkha village. As per 2009 stats, Mongar is the gram panchayat of Harkha village.
Harkha has its own place in the vibrant Latehar 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 Harkha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Harkha is 367264. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.15 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Latehar is nearest town to Harkha village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Harkha 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 Latehar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Harkha
Population of Harkha
Below is a concise population overview of Harkha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 347 | 164 | 183 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 166 | 92 | 74 |
Illiterate Population | 181 | 72 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Harkha village:
- The total population of Harkha village is around 347, including approximately 164 males and 183 females, with a sex ratio of 1115 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 55 children aged 0–6 years in Harkha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Harkha village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Harkha village is about 47.84%, with male literacy at 56.10% and female literacy at 40.44%.
- There are around 71 households in Harkha village.
Connectivity of Harkha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Harkha. As per the 2011 stats, Harkha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Harkha
Knowing the nearby villages of Harkha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Harkha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Harkha
- Where is Harkha located?
- Harkha village is situated in Latehar Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Harkha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Harkha is Mongar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Harkha?
- The pincode of Harkha is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Harkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Harkha is 347, with 164 males and 183 females.
- How many households are there in Harkha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Harkha village has a total of 71 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Harkha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Harkha is 47.84%. The male literacy rate is 56.10%, while the female literacy rate is 40.44%.