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.
Khirkan has its own place in the vibrant Karauli 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Khirkan 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khirkan village:
- The total population of Khirkan village is around 970, including approximately 533 males and 437 females, with a sex ratio of 819 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 160 children aged 0–6 years in Khirkan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khirkan village has 48 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 856 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khirkan village is about 49.18%, with male literacy at 60.41% and female literacy at 35.47%.
- There are around 195 households in Khirkan village.
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%.