Kharu
About Kharu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kharu village is 324649. Kharu village is located in Dhaniakhali subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaniakhali (tehsildar office) and 38.9km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Gudubari Ii is the gram panchayat of Kharu village.
The total geographical area of village is 119.06 hectares. Kharu has a total population of 1,724 peoples, out of which male population is 875 while female population is 849. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kharu village is 61.02% out of which 68.23% males and 53.59% females are literate. There are about 420 houses in kharu village. Pincode of kharu village locality is 712308.
When it comes to administration, Kharu 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, Kharu village comes under Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency. Tarakeswar is nearest town to kharu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Kharu
The population details of Kharu 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 | 1,724 | 875 | 849 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 152 | 83 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 733 | 366 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 1,052 | 597 | 455 |
| Illiterate Population | 672 | 278 | 394 |
Connectivity of Kharu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kharu
Where is Kharu located?
Kharu village is situated in Dhaniakhali Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharu is Gudubari Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharu?
The pincode of Kharu is 712308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharu is 1,724, with 875 males and 849 females.
How many households are there in Kharu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharu village has a total of 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharu is 61.02%. The male literacy rate is 68.23%, while the female literacy rate is 53.59%.