Kharkharia - Mekliganj, Cooch Behar
Kharkharia is a village situated in the Mekliganj subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.3 km from Changrabandha and around 112 km from Cooch Behar. Kuchlibari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharkharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkharia is 307694. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.91 hectares and falls under the 735304 pincode. Mekliganj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kharkharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharkharia
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkharia village had a total population of 99 people, including 51 males and 48 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.32%, with male literacy at 52.38% and female literacy at 45.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 99 | 51 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 29 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkharia
Kharkharia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhota Andaran Debottar | South | 1.28 km |
| Jhar Singheswar | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Dewanbash | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Andaran Debottar | South-East | 3.32 km |
| Uttar Andaran Kuchlibari | East | 3.46 km |
| Andaran Kuchlibari | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Andaran Kharkharia | North-East | 4.03 km |
| Bajejama Kuchlibari | East | 4.24 km |
| Jhar Singheshwar | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Balapukhari Kharkharia | North-East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharkharia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kharkharia. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mekliganj to Kharkharia is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Cooch Behar to Kharkharia is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kharkharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkharia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kharkharia
Where is Kharkharia located?
Kharkharia village is located in Mekliganj Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharkharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharkharia is Kuchlibari.
What is the pincode of Kharkharia?
The pincode of Kharkharia is 735304.
What is the population of Kharkharia?
Kharkharia had a total population of 99, including 51 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kharkharia?
Kharkharia had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkharia was 49.32%. Male literacy was 52.38% and female literacy was 45.16%.