Kharia
Kharia is a village located in Asika tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Asika (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Kharia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharia unique in its vibrant Asika-Ganjam region. You’ll see Kharia’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 Kharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharia is 411236. The village spans a total geographical area of 444 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761111. Asika is nearest town to Kharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kharia
Population of Kharia
According to the 2011 Census, Kharia has a total population of about 2,899, with approximately 1,434 males and 1,465 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 324 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 258 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.99%, with male literacy at about 79.43% and female literacy near 56.79%. There are around 641 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,899 | 1,434 | 1,465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 324 | 173 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 258 | 125 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,971 | 1,139 | 832 |
| Illiterate Population | 928 | 295 | 633 |
Connectivity of Kharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharia. As per the 2011 stats, Kharia 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 Kharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharia
- Where is Kharia located?
- Kharia village is situated in Asika Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharia?
- Kharia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharia?
- The pincode of Kharia is 761111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharia is 2,899, with 1,434 males and 1,465 females.
- How many households are there in Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharia village has a total of 641 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharia is 67.99%. The male literacy rate is 79.43%, while the female literacy rate is 56.79%.