Mokhalsa - Koilwar, Bhojpur
Mokhalsa 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 15 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Birampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mokhalsa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mokhalsa is 246927. The village covers a total geographical area of 206 hectares and falls under the 802314 pincode. Kolwar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mokhalsa 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 Mokhalsa
As per Census 2011, Mokhalsa village has a total population of 3,108 people, consisting of 1,689 males and 1,419 females. The village has 627 households and a sex ratio of 840 females per 1,000 males. There are 574 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,802 literate and 1,306 illiterate residents. Additionally, 935 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mokhalsa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,108 | 1,689 | 1,419 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 574 | 319 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 935 | 509 | 426 |
| Literate Population | 1,802 | 1,165 | 637 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,306 | 524 | 782 |
Nearby Villages of Mokhalsa
Mokhalsa 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 Mokhalsa
Mokhalsa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kolwar to Mokhalsa is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Mokhalsa is about 15 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 Mokhalsa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mokhalsa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mokhalsa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mokhalsa 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 Mokhalsa
Where is Mokhalsa located?
Mokhalsa village is located in Koilwar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mokhalsa?
The Gram Panchayat of Mokhalsa is Birampur.
What is the pincode of Mokhalsa?
The pincode of Mokhalsa is 802314.
What is the population of Mokhalsa?
Mokhalsa has a total population of 3,108, including 1,689 males and 1,419 females.
How many households are there in Mokhalsa?
There are 627 households in Mokhalsa.
What is the literacy rate in Mokhalsa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mokhalsa is 57.98%. Male literacy is 68.98% and female literacy is 44.89%.