Khirkan
Khirkan is a village located in Mandrail tehsil of Karauli district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mandrail (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Karauli. As per 2009 stats, Mogepura is the gram panchayat of Khirkan village.
Here you can discover what makes Khirkan unique in its vibrant Mandrail-Karauli region. You’ll see Khirkan’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 Khirkan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirkan is 076854. The village spans a total geographical area of 1258.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 322251. Karauli is nearest town to Khirkan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
Google Map of Khirkan
Population of Khirkan
According to the 2011 Census, Khirkan has a total population of about 970, with approximately 533 males and 437 females. The sex ratio is around 819 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 856. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.18%, with male literacy at about 60.41% and female literacy near 35.47%. There are around 195 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khirkan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 970 | 533 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 88 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 856 | 471 | 385 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 322 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 211 | 282 |
Connectivity of Khirkan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirkan. As per the 2011 stats, Khirkan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khirkan
Knowing the nearby villages of Khirkan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirkan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khirkan
- Where is Khirkan located?
- Khirkan village is situated in Mandrail Tehsil, within the Karauli district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khirkan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khirkan is Mogepura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khirkan?
- The pincode of Khirkan is 322251, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khirkan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirkan is 970, with 533 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Khirkan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khirkan village has a total of 195 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khirkan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirkan is 49.18%. The male literacy rate is 60.41%, while the female literacy rate is 35.47%.