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.
Kharia has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kharia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharia village:
- The total population of Kharia village is around 2,899, including approximately 1,434 males and 1,465 females, with a sex ratio of 1021 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 324 children aged 0–6 years in Kharia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharia village has 258 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kharia village is about 67.99%, with male literacy at 79.43% and female literacy at 56.79%.
- There are around 641 households in Kharia village.
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%.