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.
Kharka has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Kharka 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharka village:
- The total population of Kharka village is around 183, including approximately 81 males and 102 females, with a sex ratio of 1259 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Kharka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharka village has 39 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 144 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharka village is about 3.83%, with male literacy at 7.41% and female literacy at 0.98%.
- There are around 41 households in Kharka village.
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%.