Kharka
Kharka is a village located in Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Lanjigarh (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Malijubanga is the gram panchayat of Kharka village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharka unique in its vibrant Lanjigarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Kharka’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 Kharka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharka is 423072. The village spans a total geographical area of 166 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766027. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Kharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
Google Map of Kharka
Population of Kharka
According to the 2011 Census, Kharka has a total population of about 183, with approximately 81 males and 102 females. The sex ratio is around 1259 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 39 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 144. The overall literacy rate is approximately 3.83%, with male literacy at about 7.41% and female literacy near 0.98%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 183 | 81 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 60 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 6 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 75 | 101 |
Connectivity of Kharka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharka. As per the 2011 stats, Kharka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharka
- Where is Kharka located?
- Kharka village is situated in Lanjigarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharka is Malijubanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharka?
- The pincode of Kharka is 766027, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharka is 183, with 81 males and 102 females.
- How many households are there in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharka village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharka is 3.83%. The male literacy rate is 7.41%, while the female literacy rate is 0.98%.