Kharia
About Kharia
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharia village is 332963. Kharia village is located in Uluberia I subdivision of Haora district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.1km away from sub-district headquarter Uluberia (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Howrah. As per 2009 stats, Balichak is the gram panchayat of Kharia village.
The total geographical area of village is 102.73 hectares. Kharia has a total population of 2,141 peoples, out of which male population is 1,096 while female population is 1,045. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharia village is 77.58% out of which 81.57% males and 73.40% females are literate. There are about 500 houses in kharia village. Pincode of kharia village locality is 711316.
When it comes to administration, Kharia 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, Kharia village comes under Udaynarayanpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Uluberia Lok Sabha constituency. Uluberia is nearest town to kharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Kharia
The population details of Kharia 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 | 2,141 | 1,096 | 1,045 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 232 | 121 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,661 | 894 | 767 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 202 | 278 |
Connectivity of Kharia
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharia
Where is Kharia located?
Kharia village is situated in Uluberia I Subdivision, within the Haora district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharia is Balichak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharia?
The pincode of Kharia is 711316, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharia is 2,141, with 1,096 males and 1,045 females.
How many households are there in Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharia village has a total of 500 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharia is 77.58%. The male literacy rate is 81.57%, while the female literacy rate is 73.40%.