Kharki
Kharki is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 107km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kharki Bajyura is the gram panchayat of Kharki village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharki unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Kharki’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 Kharki
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharki is 049937. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.19 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Kharki village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 107km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kharki 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 Kharki
Population of Kharki
According to the 2011 Census, Kharki has a total population of about 197, with approximately 83 males and 114 females. The sex ratio is around 1373 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 64 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 67.01%, with male literacy at about 87.95% and female literacy near 51.75%. There are around 52 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharki's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 83 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 132 | 73 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 10 | 55 |
Connectivity of Kharki
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharki. As per the 2011 stats, Kharki 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharki
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharki helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharki.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharki
- Where is Kharki located?
- Kharki village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharki?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharki is Kharki Bajyura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharki?
- The pincode of Kharki is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharki is 197, with 83 males and 114 females.
- How many households are there in Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharki village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharki as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharki is 67.01%. The male literacy rate is 87.95%, while the female literacy rate is 51.75%.