Khar
Khar is a village located in Potashpur Ii subdivision of Purba Medinipur district in West Bengal, India. Tamluk and Pratapdighi are the district & sub-district headquarters of Khar village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Khar village is also a gram panchayat.
Khar has its own place in the vibrant Purba 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 Khar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Khar is 345084. The village spans a total geographical area of 909.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 721429. Egra is nearest town to Khar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Khar
Population of Khar
Below is a concise population overview of Khar 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 | 6,645 | 3,443 | 3,202 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 712 | 371 | 341 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 708 | 360 | 348 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 381 | 206 | 175 |
Literate Population | 5,133 | 2,824 | 2,309 |
Illiterate Population | 1,512 | 619 | 893 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Khar village:
- The total population of Khar village is around 6,645, including approximately 3,443 males and 3,202 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 712 children aged 0–6 years in Khar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Khar village has 708 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 381 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Khar village is about 77.25%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 72.11%.
- There are around 1,544 households in Khar village.
Connectivity of Khar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Khar. As per the 2011 stats, Khar 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Khar
Knowing the nearby villages of Khar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Khar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Khar
- Where is Khar located?
- Khar village is situated in Potashpur Ii Subdivision, within the Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Khar?
- Khar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Khar?
- The pincode of Khar is 721429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Khar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khar is 6,645, with 3,443 males and 3,202 females.
- How many households are there in Khar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Khar village has a total of 1,544 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Khar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khar is 77.25%. The male literacy rate is 82.02%, while the female literacy rate is 72.11%.