Kharar (Urf)Kharan - Khejuri - I, Purba Medinipur
Kharar (Urf)Kharan is a village situated in the Khejuri - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Haria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharar (Urf)Kharan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharar (Urf)Kharan is 345924. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.46 hectares and falls under the 721430 pincode. Contai is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kharar (Urf)Kharan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharar (Urf)Kharan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharar (Urf)Kharan village had a total population of 1,641 people, including 858 males and 783 females, living in 341 households. The sex ratio was 913 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.28%, with male literacy at 96.99% and female literacy at 91.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,641 | 858 | 783 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 95 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,368 | 740 | 628 |
| Illiterate Population | 273 | 118 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Kharar (Urf)Kharan
Kharar (Urf)Kharan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kharar (Urf)Kharan
Kharar (Urf)Kharan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Kharar (Urf)Kharan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Contai to Kharar (Urf)Kharan is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharar (Urf)Kharan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharar (Urf)Kharan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kharar (Urf)Kharan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharar (Urf)Kharan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharar (Urf)Kharan
Where is Kharar (Urf)Kharan located?
Kharar (Urf)Kharan village is located in Khejuri - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharar (Urf)Kharan?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharar (Urf)Kharan is Haria.
What is the pincode of Kharar (Urf)Kharan?
The pincode of Kharar (Urf)Kharan is 721430.
What is the population of Kharar (Urf)Kharan?
Kharar (Urf)Kharan had a total population of 1,641, including 858 males and 783 females.
How many households are there in Kharar (Urf)Kharan?
Kharar (Urf)Kharan had 341 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharar (Urf)Kharan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharar (Urf)Kharan was 94.28%. Male literacy was 96.99% and female literacy was 91.28%.