Khajuria - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Khajuria is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Silhan Khajuriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajuria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuria is 240353. The village covers a total geographical area of 189 hectares and falls under the 813204 pincode. Colgong is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khajuria 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 Khajuria
As per Census 2011, Khajuria village has a total population of 1,439 people, consisting of 792 males and 647 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 816 females per 1,000 males. There are 267 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 784 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 277 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khajuria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,439 | 792 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 267 | 140 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 277 | 151 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 784 | 512 | 272 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 280 | 375 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuria
Khajuria 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 Khajuria
Khajuria 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Colgong to Khajuria is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhagalpur to Khajuria 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 Khajuria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khajuria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajuria
Where is Khajuria located?
Khajuria village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajuria?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajuria is Silhan Khajuriya.
What is the pincode of Khajuria?
The pincode of Khajuria is 813204.
What is the population of Khajuria?
Khajuria has a total population of 1,439, including 792 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Khajuria?
There are 251 households in Khajuria.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuria is 54.48%. Male literacy is 64.65% and female literacy is 42.04%.