Kharai

Kharai is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.6km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Beko is the gram panchayat of Kharai village.

Kharai has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Kharai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharai is 330613. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.92 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Kharai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Kharai

Below is a concise population overview of Kharai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 216 120 96
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 27 16 11
Scheduled Castes (SC) 215 119 96
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 119 79 40
Illiterate Population 97 41 56

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharai village:

  • The total population of Kharai village is around 216, including approximately 120 males and 96 females, with a sex ratio of 800 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Kharai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kharai village has 215 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kharai village is about 55.09%, with male literacy at 65.83% and female literacy at 41.67%.
  • There are around 45 households in Kharai village.

Connectivity of Kharai

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharai. As per the 2011 stats, Kharai 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 Kharai

Knowing the nearby villages of Kharai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharai.

Beko Jibanpur Palaskola Ranganidi Rugri Susunidi Chhota Ahartor Kalyathol Gopal Chak Rangiladi Gopalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kharai

Where is Kharai located?
Kharai village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharai is Beko (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kharai?
The pincode of Kharai is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kharai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharai is 216, with 120 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kharai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kharai village has a total of 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharai is 55.09%. The male literacy rate is 65.83%, while the female literacy rate is 41.67%.