Khiriawan - Madanpur, Aurangabad
Khiriawan is a village situated in the Madanpur subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Khiriyawan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiriawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiriawan is 254455. The village covers a total geographical area of 126 hectares and falls under the 824208 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khiriawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khiriawan
As per Census 2011, Khiriawan village has a total population of 5,284 people, consisting of 2,774 males and 2,510 females. The village has 784 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 908 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,566 literate and 1,718 illiterate residents. Additionally, 467 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiriawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,284 | 2,774 | 2,510 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 908 | 480 | 428 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 467 | 247 | 220 |
| Literate Population | 3,566 | 2,000 | 1,566 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,718 | 774 | 944 |
Nearby Villages of Khiriawan
Khiriawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Daswat Khap | South-West | 1.26 km |
| Dhibra | South | 1.53 km |
| Narayanpur | South | 1.83 km |
| Beri | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Jogri | North-East | 1.98 km |
| Bariawan | East | 2.11 km |
| Bara | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Patej | South-East | 2.12 km |
| Madanpur | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Ghorhat | West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khiriawan
Khiriawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rafiganj, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 135.3 km.
| 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 Rafiganj to Khiriawan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Khiriawan is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiriawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiriawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khiriawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiriawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khiriawan
Where is Khiriawan located?
Khiriawan village is located in Madanpur Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiriawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiriawan is Khiriyawan.
What is the pincode of Khiriawan?
The pincode of Khiriawan is 824208.
What is the population of Khiriawan?
Khiriawan has a total population of 5,284, including 2,774 males and 2,510 females.
How many households are there in Khiriawan?
There are 784 households in Khiriawan.
What is the literacy rate in Khiriawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiriawan is 67.49%. Male literacy is 72.10% and female literacy is 62.39%.