Okhargara

Okhargara is a village located in Kanke subdivision of Ranchi district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kanke (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Ranchi. As per 2009 stats, Kokdoro is the gram panchayat of Okhargara village.

Okhargara has its own place in the vibrant Ranchi 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 Okhargara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Okhargara is 373467. The village spans a total geographical area of 498.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 834006. Kanke is nearest town to Okhargara village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Okhargara 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 Kanke Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Okhargara

Below is a concise population overview of Okhargara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,313 672 641
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 237 124 113
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,037 529 508
Literate Population 658 405 253
Illiterate Population 655 267 388

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Okhargara village:

  • The total population of Okhargara village is around 1,313, including approximately 672 males and 641 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 237 children aged 0–6 years in Okhargara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Okhargara village has 1,037 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Okhargara village is about 50.11%, with male literacy at 60.27% and female literacy at 39.47%.
  • There are around 229 households in Okhargara village.

Connectivity of Okhargara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Okhargara. As per the 2011 stats, Okhargara 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 Okhargara

Knowing the nearby villages of Okhargara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Okhargara.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Okhargara

Where is Okhargara located?
Okhargara village is situated in Kanke Subdivision, within the Ranchi district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Okhargara?
The Gram Panchayat of Okhargara is Kokdoro (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Okhargara?
The pincode of Okhargara is 834006, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Okhargara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Okhargara is 1,313, with 672 males and 641 females.
How many households are there in Okhargara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Okhargara village has a total of 229 households.
What is the literacy rate in Okhargara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Okhargara is 50.11%. The male literacy rate is 60.27%, while the female literacy rate is 39.47%.