Kharera - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Kharera is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Jamaghne serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharera is 213120. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.75 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kharera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharera
According to the 2011 Census, Kharera village had a total population of 187 people, including 106 males and 81 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 764 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.11%, with male literacy at 83.95% and female literacy at 57.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 8.
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 | 187 | 106 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 68 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 81 | 38 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Kharera
Kharera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kharera
Kharera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Sonbhadra to Kharera is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kharera
Where is Kharera located?
Kharera village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharera is Jamaghne.
What is the pincode of Kharera?
The pincode of Kharera is 231210.
What is the population of Kharera?
Kharera had a total population of 187, including 106 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Kharera?
Kharera had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharera was 72.11%. Male literacy was 83.95% and female literacy was 57.58%.