Kharik
About Kharik
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharik village is 047223. Kharik village is located in Lansdowne tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 57km away from sub-district headquarter Lansdowne (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Kharik village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 67.52 hectares. Kharik has a total population of 325 peoples, out of which male population is 154 while female population is 171. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1110 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharik village is 71.08% out of which 85.71% males and 57.89% females are literate. There are about 60 houses in kharik village. Pincode of kharik village locality is 246173.
When it comes to administration, Kharik village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kharik village comes under Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Rishikesh is nearest town to kharik village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 53km away.
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Population of Kharik
The population details of Kharik cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 325 | 154 | 171 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52 | 20 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 39 | 22 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 231 | 132 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 22 | 72 |
Connectivity of Kharik
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharik
Where is Kharik located?
Kharik village is situated in Lansdowne Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharik?
Kharik serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kharik?
The pincode of Kharik is 246173, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharik as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharik is 325, with 154 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Kharik as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharik village has a total of 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharik as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharik is 71.08%. The male literacy rate is 85.71%, while the female literacy rate is 57.89%.