Kanharka
Kanharka is a village located in Kotkasim tehsil of Alwar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Kotkasim (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Alwar. As per 2009 stats, Kanharka village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanharka unique in its vibrant Kotkasim-Alwar region. You’ll see Kanharka’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 Kanharka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanharka is 072128. The village spans a total geographical area of 608.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 301702. Rewari is nearest town to Kanharka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanharka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kishangarh bas Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alwar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanharka
Population of Kanharka
According to the 2011 Census, Kanharka has a total population of about 2,324, with approximately 1,217 males and 1,107 females. The sex ratio is around 909 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 286 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 527 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.31%, with male literacy at about 80.85% and female literacy near 58.72%. There are around 428 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanharka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,324 | 1,217 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 155 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 270 | 257 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,634 | 984 | 650 |
| Illiterate Population | 690 | 233 | 457 |
Connectivity of Kanharka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanharka. As per the 2011 stats, Kanharka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanharka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanharka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanharka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanharka
- Where is Kanharka located?
- Kanharka village is situated in Kotkasim Tehsil, within the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanharka?
- Kanharka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanharka?
- The pincode of Kanharka is 301702, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanharka is 2,324, with 1,217 males and 1,107 females.
- How many households are there in Kanharka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanharka village has a total of 428 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanharka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanharka is 70.31%. The male literacy rate is 80.85%, while the female literacy rate is 58.72%.