Kharkan
Kharkan is a village located in Hoshiarpur tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hoshiarpur (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Kharkan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkan unique in its vibrant Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Kharkan’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 Kharkan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharkan village is 031484. The total geographical area of village is 1152 hectares. Kharkan has a total population of 2,529 peoples, out of which male population is 1,547 while female population is 982. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 634 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharkan village is 80.86% out of which 85.13% males and 74.13% females are literate. There are about 363 houses in kharkan village. Pincode of kharkan village locality is 146110.
Hoshiarpur is nearest town to kharkan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kharkan
Population of Kharkan
The population details of Kharkan 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 | 2,529 | 1,547 | 982 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 234 | 130 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 549 | 289 | 260 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,045 | 1,317 | 728 |
| Illiterate Population | 484 | 230 | 254 |
Connectivity of Kharkan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharkan
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkan
Where is Kharkan located?
Kharkan village is situated in Hoshiarpur Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkan?
Kharkan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kharkan?
The pincode of Kharkan is 146110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkan is 2,529, with 1,547 males and 982 females.
How many households are there in Kharkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharkan village has a total of 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkan is 80.86%. The male literacy rate is 85.13%, while the female literacy rate is 74.13%.