Kaharkola - Shahabad, Hardoi
Kaharkola is a village situated in the Shahabad tehsil of Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahabad and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Hardoi. Kaharkola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaharkola is 139555. The village covers a total geographical area of 332.26 hectares and falls under the 241123 pincode.
Kaharkola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawaijpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardoi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaharkola
According to the 2011 Census, Kaharkola village had a total population of 1,334 people, including 744 males and 590 females, living in 378 households. The sex ratio was 793 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.29%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 65.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 310.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,334 | 744 | 590 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 171 | 101 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 310 | 172 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 864 | 525 | 339 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 219 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Kaharkola
Kaharkola is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Feerojpur | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Atarjee Panchsala | East | 1.48 km |
| Gutka Mau Pansala | South | 1.65 km |
| Randhirpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Gopalpur | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Rupapur | West | 1.99 km |
| Gujidai Pansala | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Atarjee Sisala | East | 2.27 km |
| Dariyapur Balbhadra | South-East | 2.38 km |
| Khwajgipur | North | 2.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kaharkola
Kaharkola is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Anjhi Shahabad, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 113.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hardoi to Kaharkola is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaharkola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaharkola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaharkola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaharkola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaharkola
Where is Kaharkola located?
Kaharkola village is located in Shahabad Tehsil, Hardoi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaharkola?
Kaharkola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaharkola?
The pincode of Kaharkola is 241123.
What is the population of Kaharkola?
Kaharkola had a total population of 1,334, including 744 males and 590 females.
How many households are there in Kaharkola?
Kaharkola had 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaharkola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaharkola was 74.29%. Male literacy was 81.65% and female literacy was 65.19%.