Khiridanr - Sonhaula, Bhagalpur
Khiridanr is a village situated in the Sonhaula subdivision of Bhagalpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonhaula and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bhagalpur. Maheshpur Ghanshyamchak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiridanr village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiridanr is 240227. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 813205 pincode. Bhagalpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Khiridanr 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 Khiridanr
According to the 2011 Census, Khiridanr village had a total population of 1,911 people, including 1,023 males and 888 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.54%, with male literacy at 69.88% and female literacy at 43.94%.
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 | 1,911 | 1,023 | 888 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 385 | 223 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 559 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,033 | 464 | 569 |
Nearby Villages of Khiridanr
Khiridanr 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 Khiridanr
Khiridanr is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Khiridanr has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhagalpur to Khiridanr is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiridanr
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiridanr village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khiridanr
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiridanr 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 Khiridanr
Where is Khiridanr located?
Khiridanr village is located in Sonhaula Subdivision, Bhagalpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiridanr?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiridanr is Maheshpur Ghanshyamchak.
What is the pincode of Khiridanr?
The pincode of Khiridanr is 813205.
What is the population of Khiridanr?
Khiridanr had a total population of 1,911, including 1,023 males and 888 females.
How many households are there in Khiridanr?
Khiridanr had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiridanr?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiridanr was 57.54%. Male literacy was 69.88% and female literacy was 43.94%.