Kharika
Kharika is a village located in Sabang subdivision of Paschim Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Midnapur and Sabang are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kharika village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Chaulkuri 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 342888. The village spans a total geographical area of 281.29 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721144. Kharagpur is nearest town to Kharika village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kharika
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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,650 | 1,353 | 1,297 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 174 | 178 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 117 | 120 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,085 | 863 |
Illiterate Population | 702 | 268 | 434 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharika village:
- The total population of Kharika village is around 2,650, including approximately 1,353 males and 1,297 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Kharika village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharika village has 237 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kharika village is about 73.51%, with male literacy at 80.19% and female literacy at 66.54%.
- There are around 621 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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharika
- Where is Kharika located?
- Kharika village is situated in Sabang Subdivision, within the Paschim Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharika?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharika is Chaulkuri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharika?
- The pincode of Kharika is 721144, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharika is 2,650, with 1,353 males and 1,297 females.
- How many households are there in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharika village has a total of 621 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharika as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharika is 73.51%. The male literacy rate is 80.19%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.