Khirka

Khirka is a village located in Shahabad tehsil of Rampur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Shahabad (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Rampur. As per 2009 stats, Khirka village is also a gram panchayat.

Khirka has its own place in the vibrant Rampur 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 Khirka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khirka is 117076. The village spans a total geographical area of 394.85 hectares. Rampur is nearest town to Khirka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Khirka

Below is a concise population overview of Khirka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,609 876 733
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 312 159 153
Scheduled Castes (SC) 238 130 108
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 638 426 212
Illiterate Population 971 450 521

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khirka village:

  • The total population of Khirka village is around 1,609, including approximately 876 males and 733 females, with a sex ratio of 836 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 312 children aged 0–6 years in Khirka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Khirka village has 238 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Khirka village is about 39.65%, with male literacy at 48.63% and female literacy at 28.92%.
  • There are around 246 households in Khirka village.

Connectivity of Khirka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khirka. As per the 2011 stats, Khirka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Khirka

Knowing the nearby villages of Khirka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khirka.

Ravana Raipur Kesarpur Near Raipur Kishanpur Madyan Dhara Gosampur Nankar Thiria Salehpur Govindpura Fakeerganj Urf Ghosi Pura Nababganj

Frequently Asked Questions about Khirka

Where is Khirka located?
Khirka village is situated in Shahabad Tehsil, within the Rampur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirka?
Khirka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Khirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khirka is 1,609, with 876 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Khirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khirka village has a total of 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khirka is 39.65%. The male literacy rate is 48.63%, while the female literacy rate is 28.92%.