Khandani Khurd - Piro, Bhojpur
Khandani Khurd is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Khanani Kala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khandani Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandani Khurd is 247329. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 802202 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khandani Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jagdishpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Arrah Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandani Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Khandani Khurd village had a total population of 1,516 people, including 821 males and 695 females, living in 214 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.62%, with male literacy at 76.98% and female literacy at 35.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 361.
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 | 1,516 | 821 | 695 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 152 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 361 | 198 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 722 | 515 | 207 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 306 | 488 |
Nearby Villages of Khandani Khurd
Khandani Khurd 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 Khandani Khurd
Public transport in the Khandani Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khandani Khurd.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Piro to Khandani Khurd is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Khandani Khurd is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandani Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandani Khurd 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandani Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandani Khurd 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandani Khurd
Where is Khandani Khurd located?
Khandani Khurd village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khandani Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Khandani Khurd is Khanani Kala.
What is the pincode of Khandani Khurd?
The pincode of Khandani Khurd is 802202.
What is the population of Khandani Khurd?
Khandani Khurd had a total population of 1,516, including 821 males and 695 females.
How many households are there in Khandani Khurd?
Khandani Khurd had 214 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandani Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandani Khurd was 57.62%. Male literacy was 76.98% and female literacy was 35.45%.