Khirjan - Goradih, Bhagalpur
Khirjan is a village situated in the Goradih subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Goradih and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Kasimpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirjan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirjan is 240010. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 813105 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khirjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kahalgaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhagalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirjan
According to the 2011 Census, Khirjan village had a total population of 531 people, including 289 males and 242 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 837 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.74%, with male literacy at 79.15% and female literacy at 54.27%.
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 | 531 | 289 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 186 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 237 | 103 | 134 |
Nearby Villages of Khirjan
Khirjan 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 Khirjan
Public transport in the Khirjan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Khirjan 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 Khirjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirjan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khirjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirjan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khirjan
Where is Khirjan located?
Khirjan village is located in Goradih Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirjan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirjan is Kasimpur.
What is the pincode of Khirjan?
The pincode of Khirjan is 813105.
What is the population of Khirjan?
Khirjan had a total population of 531, including 289 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Khirjan?
Khirjan had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirjan was 67.74%. Male literacy was 79.15% and female literacy was 54.27%.