Kharkharia
Kharkharia is a village located in Mekliganj subdivision of Koch Bihar district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.3km away from sub-district headquarter Changrabandha (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Cooch Behar. As per 2009 stats, Kuchlibari is the gram panchayat of Kharkharia village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharkharia unique in its vibrant Mekliganj-Koch Bihar region. You’ll see Kharkharia’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 Kharkharia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharkharia is 307694. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735304. Mekliganj is nearest town to Kharkharia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kharkharia
According to the 2011 Census, Kharkharia has a total population of about 99, with approximately 51 males and 48 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 90. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.36%, with male literacy at about 43.14% and female literacy near 29.17%. There are around 21 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharkharia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kharkharia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharkharia. As per the 2011 stats, Kharkharia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharkharia
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharkharia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharkharia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharkharia
- Where is Kharkharia located?
- Kharkharia village is situated in Mekliganj Subdivision, within the Koch Bihar district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharkharia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharkharia is Kuchlibari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharkharia?
- The pincode of Kharkharia is 735304, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharkharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharkharia is 99, with 51 males and 48 females.
- How many households are there in Kharkharia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharkharia village has a total of 21 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharkharia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharkharia is 36.36%. The male literacy rate is 43.14%, while the female literacy rate is 29.17%.