Kiratpura - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Kiratpura is a village situated in the Koilwar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koilwar and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Birampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kiratpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiratpura is 246946. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 802314 pincode. Koilwar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kiratpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barhara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiratpura
As per Census 2011, Kiratpura village has a total population of 4,999 people, consisting of 2,626 males and 2,373 females. The village has 886 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 844 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,020 literate and 1,979 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,288 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 211 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kiratpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,999 | 2,626 | 2,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 844 | 423 | 421 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,288 | 696 | 592 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 117 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 3,020 | 1,814 | 1,206 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,979 | 812 | 1,167 |
Nearby Villages of Kiratpura
Kiratpura 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 Kiratpura
Kiratpura 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koilwar to Kiratpura is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Kiratpura is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiratpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiratpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kiratpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiratpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kiratpura
Where is Kiratpura located?
Kiratpura village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiratpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kiratpura is Birampur.
What is the pincode of Kiratpura?
The pincode of Kiratpura is 802314.
What is the population of Kiratpura?
Kiratpura has a total population of 4,999, including 2,626 males and 2,373 females.
How many households are there in Kiratpura?
There are 886 households in Kiratpura.
What is the literacy rate in Kiratpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiratpura is 60.41%. Male literacy is 69.08% and female literacy is 50.82%.