Kharku

Kharku is a Nepali surname primarily found within the Newar community. It is considered a common surname within this ethnic group, which is historically concentrated in the Kathmandu Valley of Nepal. The name is associated with various professions and lineages within the Newar social structure. Genealogical research suggests that the origin of the name, like many Newar surnames, is linked to specific locations, occupational roles, or ancestral figures. Further specific information regarding the precise etymology and sub-caste affiliations requires dedicated genealogical study of individual Kharku families. The surname continues to be used by Newar individuals both within Nepal and in diaspora communities.