Kharik
Kharik is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Jajut is the gram panchayat of Kharik village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharik unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Kharik’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 Kharik
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharik is 050002. The village spans a total geographical area of 14.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Kharik village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 85km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharik village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kharik
Population of Kharik
According to the 2011 Census, Kharik has a total population of about 12, with approximately 4 males and 8 females. The sex ratio is around 2000 females per 1,000 males. Information on children aged 0 to 6 years is not available. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 91.67%, with male literacy at about 100.00% and female literacy near 87.50%. There are around 4 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharik's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Illiterate Population | 1 | N/A | 1 |
Connectivity of Kharik
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharik. As per the 2011 stats, Kharik had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharik
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharik helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharik.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharik
- Where is Kharik located?
- Kharik village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharik?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharik is Jajut (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharik?
- The pincode of Kharik is 262522, 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 12, with 4 males and 8 females.
- How many households are there in Kharik as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharik village has a total of 4 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharik as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharik is 91.67%. The male literacy rate is 100.00%, while the female literacy rate is 87.50%.