Khopira - Agiaon, Bhojpur
Khopira is a village situated in the Agiaon subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Agiaon and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Khopira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khopira is 247612. The village covers a total geographical area of 224 hectares and falls under the 802206 pincode. Arrah is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khopira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Agiaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khopira
According to the 2011 Census, Khopira village had a total population of 3,742 people, including 1,955 males and 1,787 females, living in 564 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.61%, with male literacy at 79.45% and female literacy at 54.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 996, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 3,742 | 1,955 | 1,787 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 673 | 344 | 329 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 996 | 516 | 480 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,075 | 1,280 | 795 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,667 | 675 | 992 |
Nearby Villages of Khopira
Khopira 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 Khopira
Khopira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khopira.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Arrah to Khopira is about 22 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 Khopira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khopira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khopira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khopira 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khopira
Where is Khopira located?
Khopira village is located in Agiaon Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khopira?
Khopira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khopira?
The pincode of Khopira is 802206.
What is the population of Khopira?
Khopira had a total population of 3,742, including 1,955 males and 1,787 females.
How many households are there in Khopira?
Khopira had 564 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khopira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khopira was 67.61%. Male literacy was 79.45% and female literacy was 54.53%.