Kharikar
Kharikar is a village located in Narayangarh subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Belda are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kharikar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ranisarai is the gram panchayat of Kharikar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharikar unique in its vibrant Narayangarh-Paschim Medinipur region. You’ll see Kharikar’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 Kharikar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharikar is 343293. The village spans a total geographical area of 76.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721451. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kharikar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Kharikar
Population of Kharikar
According to the 2011 Census, Kharikar has a total population of about 537, with approximately 274 males and 263 females. The sex ratio is around 959 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 81 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 222 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 140. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.84%, with male literacy at about 53.65% and female literacy near 47.91%. There are around 119 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharikar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 537 | 274 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 49 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 222 | 117 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Literate Population | 273 | 147 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 264 | 127 | 137 |
Connectivity of Kharikar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharikar. As per the 2011 stats, Kharikar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Kharikar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharikar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharikar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharikar
- Where is Kharikar located?
- Kharikar village is situated in Narayangarh Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharikar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharikar is Ranisarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharikar?
- The pincode of Kharikar is 721451, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharikar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharikar is 537, with 274 males and 263 females.
- How many households are there in Kharikar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharikar village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharikar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharikar is 50.84%. The male literacy rate is 53.65%, while the female literacy rate is 47.91%.