Kharagan
About Kharagan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharagan village is 409323. Kharagan village is located in Konark tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Konark (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Achutapur is the gram panchayat of Kharagan village.
The total geographical area of village is 98 hectares. Kharagan has a total population of 573 peoples, out of which male population is 279 while female population is 294. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1053 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharagan village is 76.79% out of which 81.36% males and 72.45% females are literate. There are about 117 houses in kharagan village. Pincode of kharagan village locality is 752111.
When it comes to administration, Kharagan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharagan village comes under Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha constituency. Konark is nearest town to kharagan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Kharagan
The population details of Kharagan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 573 | 279 | 294 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 214 | 104 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 440 | 227 | 213 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 52 | 81 |
Connectivity of Kharagan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharagan
Where is Kharagan located?
Kharagan village is situated in Konark Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharagan is Achutapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharagan?
The pincode of Kharagan is 752111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharagan is 573, with 279 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Kharagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharagan village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharagan is 76.79%. The male literacy rate is 81.36%, while the female literacy rate is 72.45%.