Kharbar
Kharbar is a village located in Santuri subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.3km away from sub-district headquarter Santuri (tehsildar office) and 66.3km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Garsika is the gram panchayat of Kharbar village.
Kharbar 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 Kharbar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kharbar is 330580. The village spans a total geographical area of 255.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723133. Raghunathpur is nearest town to Kharbar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Kharbar
Population of Kharbar
Below is a concise population overview of Kharbar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 554 | 283 | 271 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 38 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 19 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 197 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 230 | 150 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 133 | 191 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kharbar village:
- The total population of Kharbar village is around 554, including approximately 283 males and 271 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 83 children aged 0–6 years in Kharbar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kharbar village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 401 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kharbar village is about 41.52%, with male literacy at 53.00% and female literacy at 29.52%.
- There are around 95 households in Kharbar village.
Connectivity of Kharbar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kharbar. As per the 2011 stats, Kharbar 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 Kharbar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kharbar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kharbar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kharbar
- Where is Kharbar located?
- Kharbar village is situated in Santuri Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kharbar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kharbar is Garsika (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kharbar?
- The pincode of Kharbar is 723133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kharbar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kharbar is 554, with 283 males and 271 females.
- How many households are there in Kharbar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kharbar village has a total of 95 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kharbar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kharbar is 41.52%. The male literacy rate is 53.00%, while the female literacy rate is 29.52%.