Kharkhara
Kharkhara is a village located in Belpara tehsil of Balangir district in Odisha, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Belpara (tehsildar office) and 69km away from district headquarter Balangir. As per 2009 stats, Sarmuhan is the gram panchayat of Kharkhara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkhara unique in its vibrant Belpara-Balangir region. You’ll see Kharkhara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kharkhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkhara is 420931. The village spans a total geographical area of 478 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 767026. Kantabanji is nearest town to Kharkhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Kharkhara
Population of Kharkhara
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkhara has a total population of about 1,272, with approximately 636 males and 636 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 228 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 261 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 794. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.76%, with male literacy at about 47.64% and female literacy near 29.87%. There are around 261 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,272 | 636 | 636 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 118 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 261 | 127 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 794 | 406 | 388 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 303 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 779 | 333 | 446 |
Connectivity of Kharkhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkhara. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkhara 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 Kharkhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkhara
- Where is Kharkhara located?
- Kharkhara village is situated in Belpara Tehsil, within the Balangir district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharkhara is Sarmuhan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharkhara?
- The pincode of Kharkhara is 767026, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkhara is 1,272, with 636 males and 636 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkhara village has a total of 261 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkhara is 38.76%. The male literacy rate is 47.64%, while the female literacy rate is 29.87%.