Kharan
Kharan is a village located in Potashpur I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Amarshi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kharan village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Kharan village.
Here you can discover what makes Kharan unique in its vibrant Potashpur I-Purba Medinipur region. You’ll see Kharan’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 Kharan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharan is 344936. The village spans a total geographical area of 308.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721439. Egra is nearest town to Kharan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
Google Map of Kharan
Population of Kharan
According to the 2011 Census, Kharan has a total population of about 2,198, with approximately 1,127 males and 1,071 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 356 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 74.57%, with male literacy at about 79.68% and female literacy near 69.19%. There are around 505 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kharan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,198 | 1,127 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 133 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 182 | 174 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,639 | 898 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 559 | 229 | 330 |
Connectivity of Kharan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharan. As per the 2011 stats, Kharan 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 Kharan
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharan
- Where is Kharan located?
- Kharan village is situated in Potashpur I Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharan is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharan?
- The pincode of Kharan is 721439, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharan is 2,198, with 1,127 males and 1,071 females.
- How many households are there in Kharan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharan village has a total of 505 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharan is 74.57%. The male literacy rate is 79.68%, while the female literacy rate is 69.19%.