Kharaka
Kharaka is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Shreepur is the gram panchayat of Kharaka village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharaka unique in its vibrant Chunar-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Kharaka’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 Kharaka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharaka is 212617. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.32 hectares. Varanasi is nearest town to Kharaka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Kharaka
Population of Kharaka
According to the 2011 Census, Kharaka has a total population of about 524, with approximately 266 males and 258 females. The sex ratio is around 969 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 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 67.56%, with male literacy at about 78.20% and female literacy near 56.59%. There are around 80 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharaka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 266 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 354 | 208 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 58 | 112 |
Connectivity of Kharaka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharaka. As per the 2011 stats, Kharaka 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 |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharaka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharaka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharaka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharaka
- Where is Kharaka located?
- Kharaka village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharaka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharaka is Shreepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kharaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharaka is 524, with 266 males and 258 females.
- How many households are there in Kharaka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharaka village has a total of 80 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharaka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharaka is 67.56%. The male literacy rate is 78.20%, while the female literacy rate is 56.59%.