Tera Khurdah - Sikti, Araria
Tera Khurdah is a village situated in the Sikti subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikti and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Thengapur Pipara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tera Khurdah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tera Khurdah is 221960. The village covers a total geographical area of 591 hectares and falls under the 854331 pincode. Araria is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Tera Khurdah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Tera Khurdah
According to the 2011 Census, Tera Khurdah village had a total population of 4,685 people, including 2,405 males and 2,280 females, living in 960 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.14%, with male literacy at 72.20% and female literacy at 49.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,367, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 4,685 | 2,405 | 2,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 830 | 434 | 396 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,367 | 712 | 655 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,357 | 1,423 | 934 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,328 | 982 | 1,346 |
Nearby Villages of Tera Khurdah
Tera Khurdah 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 Tera Khurdah
Tera Khurdah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Araria to Tera Khurdah is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tera Khurdah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tera Khurdah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tera Khurdah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tera Khurdah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tera Khurdah
Where is Tera Khurdah located?
Tera Khurdah village is located in Sikti Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tera Khurdah?
The Gram Panchayat of Tera Khurdah is Thengapur Pipara.
What is the pincode of Tera Khurdah?
The pincode of Tera Khurdah is 854331.
What is the population of Tera Khurdah?
Tera Khurdah had a total population of 4,685, including 2,405 males and 2,280 females.
How many households are there in Tera Khurdah?
Tera Khurdah had 960 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tera Khurdah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tera Khurdah was 61.14%. Male literacy was 72.20% and female literacy was 49.58%.