Kharhana - Rampur Naikin, Sidhi
Kharhana is a village situated in the Rampur Naikin tehsil of Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rampur Naikin and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Sidhi. Khara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharhana is 502300. The village covers a total geographical area of 213.54 hectares and falls under the 486776 pincode. Rampur Naikin is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kharhana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharhana
As per Census 2011, Kharhana village has a total population of 1,205 people, consisting of 602 males and 603 females. The village has 287 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 259 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 660 literate and 545 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,205 | 602 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 259 | 131 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 58 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 375 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 545 | 227 | 318 |
Nearby Villages of Kharhana
Kharhana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kharhana
Kharhana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rampur Naikin to Kharhana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sidhi to Kharhana is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharhana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharhana
Where is Kharhana located?
Kharhana village is located in Rampur Naikin Tehsil, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharhana is Khara.
What is the pincode of Kharhana?
The pincode of Kharhana is 486776.
What is the population of Kharhana?
Kharhana has a total population of 1,205, including 602 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Kharhana?
There are 287 households in Kharhana.
What is the literacy rate in Kharhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharhana is 54.77%. Male literacy is 62.29% and female literacy is 47.26%.