Kirkichia - Forbesganj, Araria
Kirkichia is a village situated in the Forbesganj subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Forbesganj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Kirkachia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirkichia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirkichia is 221621. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 854318 pincode. Farbisganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kirkichia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kirkichia
According to the 2011 Census, Kirkichia village had a total population of 7,541 people, including 3,893 males and 3,648 females, living in 1,401 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.64%, with male literacy at 62.36% and female literacy at 46.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,253, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,541 | 3,893 | 3,648 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,542 | 782 | 760 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,253 | 636 | 617 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,278 | 1,940 | 1,338 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,263 | 1,953 | 2,310 |
Nearby Villages of Kirkichia
Kirkichia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kirkichia
Kirkichia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kirkichia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Farbisganj to Kirkichia is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Kirkichia is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirkichia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirkichia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kirkichia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirkichia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kirkichia
Where is Kirkichia located?
Kirkichia village is located in Forbesganj Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirkichia?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirkichia is Kirkachia.
What is the pincode of Kirkichia?
The pincode of Kirkichia is 854318.
What is the population of Kirkichia?
Kirkichia had a total population of 7,541, including 3,893 males and 3,648 females.
How many households are there in Kirkichia?
Kirkichia had 1,401 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kirkichia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirkichia was 54.64%. Male literacy was 62.36% and female literacy was 46.33%.