Khara

Khara is a village located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Khara village is also a gram panchayat.

Khara has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Khara

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khara is 497836. The village spans a total geographical area of 678.48 hectares. Balaghat is nearest town to Khara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Khara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,461 1,731 1,730
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 431 231 200
Scheduled Castes (SC) 408 206 202
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 51 23 28
Literate Population 2,517 1,344 1,173
Illiterate Population 944 387 557

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

  • The total population of Khara village is around 3,461, including approximately 1,731 males and 1,730 females, with a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 431 children aged 0–6 years in Khara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khara village has 408 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 51 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Khara village is about 72.72%, with male literacy at 77.64% and female literacy at 67.80%.
  • There are around 723 households in Khara village.

Connectivity of Khara

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khara. As per the 2011 stats, Khara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within village

Nearby Villages of Khara

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Khara

Where is Khara located?
Khara village is situated in Kirnapur Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khara?
Khara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Khara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khara is 3,461, with 1,731 males and 1,730 females.
How many households are there in Khara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khara village has a total of 723 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khara is 72.72%. The male literacy rate is 77.64%, while the female literacy rate is 67.80%.