Khar Kharia
Khar Kharia is a village located in Dinhata I subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Dinhata (tehsildar office) and 20.9km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Putimari I is the gram panchayat of Khar Kharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Khar Kharia unique in its vibrant Dinhata I-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Khar Kharia’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 Khar Kharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khar Kharia is 308521. The village spans a total geographical area of 263.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736135. Dinhata is nearest town to Khar Kharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Khar Kharia 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 Dinhata Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Coochbehar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Khar Kharia
Population of Khar Kharia
According to the 2011 Census, Khar Kharia has a total population of about 1,715, with approximately 915 males and 800 females. The sex ratio is around 874 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 187 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,128 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.12%, with male literacy at about 70.16% and female literacy near 61.50%. There are around 393 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Khar Kharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,715 | 915 | 800 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 187 | 110 | 77 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,128 | 593 | 535 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Literate Population | 1,134 | 642 | 492 |
Illiterate Population | 581 | 273 | 308 |
Connectivity of Khar Kharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khar Kharia. As per the 2011 stats, Khar Kharia 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 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khar Kharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Khar Kharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khar Kharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khar Kharia
- Where is Khar Kharia located?
- Khar Kharia village is situated in Dinhata I Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khar Kharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Khar Kharia is Putimari I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Khar Kharia?
- The pincode of Khar Kharia is 736135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khar Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khar Kharia is 1,715, with 915 males and 800 females.
- How many households are there in Khar Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khar Kharia village has a total of 393 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khar Kharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khar Kharia is 66.12%. The male literacy rate is 70.16%, while the female literacy rate is 61.50%.