War Khas - Madanpur, Aurangabad
War Khas is a village situated in the Madanpur subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. War serves as the Gram Panchayat for War Khas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of War Khas is 254472. The village covers a total geographical area of 221 hectares and falls under the 824103 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
War Khas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of War Khas
As per Census 2011, War Khas village has a total population of 3,932 people, consisting of 2,009 males and 1,923 females. The village has 640 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 778 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,371 literate and 1,561 illiterate residents. Additionally, 838 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for War Khas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,932 | 2,009 | 1,923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 778 | 420 | 358 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 838 | 432 | 406 |
| Literate Population | 2,371 | 1,320 | 1,051 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,561 | 689 | 872 |
Nearby Villages of War Khas
War Khas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shekhpura | South | 0.61 km |
| Chamotha | South | 0.92 km |
| Bazidpur Khurd | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Salempur | East | 1.30 km |
| Chandauli | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Ghauspur | North-West | 1.51 km |
| War Tola Bahrikhap | East | 1.51 km |
| Misir Khap | North-East | 1.64 km |
| Majhar | North | 1.69 km |
| War Tola Dharu Bigaha | South-East | 1.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of War Khas
War Khas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jakhim, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 141.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to War Khas is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to War Khas is about 20 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 War Khas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for War Khas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in War Khas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving War Khas 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 War Khas
Where is War Khas located?
War Khas village is located in Madanpur Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of War Khas?
The Gram Panchayat of War Khas is War.
What is the pincode of War Khas?
The pincode of War Khas is 824103.
What is the population of War Khas?
War Khas has a total population of 3,932, including 2,009 males and 1,923 females.
How many households are there in War Khas?
There are 640 households in War Khas.
What is the literacy rate in War Khas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of War Khas is 60.30%. Male literacy is 65.70% and female literacy is 54.65%.