Kharika

Kharika is a village located in Keshpur subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.7km away from sub-district headquarter Keshpur. Midnapur is the district headquarter of Kharika village. As per 2009 stats, Amanpur is the gram panchayat of Kharika village.

Kharika has its own place in the vibrant Paschim Medinipur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kharika

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharika is 338167. The village spans a total geographical area of 78.67 hectares. Chandrakona is nearest town to Kharika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Kharika

Below is a concise population overview of Kharika as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 488 245 243
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 43 24 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 178 90 88
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 408 216 192
Illiterate Population 80 29 51

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharika village:

  • The total population of Kharika village is around 488, including approximately 245 males and 243 females, with a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 43 children aged 0–6 years in Kharika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharika village has 178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharika village is about 83.61%, with male literacy at 88.16% and female literacy at 79.01%.
  • There are around 105 households in Kharika village.

Connectivity of Kharika

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharika. As per the 2011 stats, Kharika 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 Kharika

Knowing the nearby villages of Kharika helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharika.

Jadubar Tukura Pat Kedar Pur Jadupur Lakhapat Askanda Hansua Karuria Panch Khuiri Burya Pat Goharia

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharika

Where is Kharika located?
Kharika village is situated in Keshpur Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharika?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharika is Amanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharika is 488, with 245 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharika village has a total of 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharika is 83.61%. The male literacy rate is 88.16%, while the female literacy rate is 79.01%.