Kharba
Kharba is a village located in Chanchal I subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.5km away from sub-district headquarter Chanchal (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Kharba village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kharba unique in its vibrant Chanchal I-Maldah region. You’ll see Kharba’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 Kharba
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharba is 312187. The village spans a total geographical area of 391.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732150. English Bazar is nearest town to Kharba village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Kharba
Population of Kharba
According to the 2011 Census, Kharba has a total population of about 3,744, with approximately 1,914 males and 1,830 females. The sex ratio is around 956 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 435 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 602 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.70%, with male literacy at about 67.82% and female literacy near 59.40%. There are around 933 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharba's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,744 | 1,914 | 1,830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 435 | 223 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 300 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,385 | 1,298 | 1,087 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,359 | 616 | 743 |
Connectivity of Kharba
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharba. As per the 2011 stats, Kharba 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kharba
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharba helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharba.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharba
- Where is Kharba located?
- Kharba village is situated in Chanchal I Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharba?
- Kharba serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kharba?
- The pincode of Kharba is 732150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharba is 3,744, with 1,914 males and 1,830 females.
- How many households are there in Kharba as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharba village has a total of 933 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharba as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharba is 63.70%. The male literacy rate is 67.82%, while the female literacy rate is 59.40%.