Kheri Kon - Piro, Bhojpur
Kheri Kon is a village situated in the Piro subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piro and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Tar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kheri Kon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kheri Kon is 247296. The village covers a total geographical area of 263 hectares and falls under the 802155 pincode. Piro is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kheri Kon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Kheri Kon
As per Census 2011, Kheri Kon village has a total population of 2,016 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 958 females. The village has 255 households and a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,229 literate and 787 illiterate residents. Additionally, 365 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kheri Kon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,016 | 1,058 | 958 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 168 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 365 | 202 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,229 | 748 | 481 |
| Illiterate Population | 787 | 310 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Kheri Kon
Kheri Kon 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 Kheri Kon
Kheri Kon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kheri Kon.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piro to Kheri Kon is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Kheri Kon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kheri Kon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kheri Kon 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kheri Kon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kheri Kon 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kheri Kon
Where is Kheri Kon located?
Kheri Kon village is located in Piro Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kheri Kon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kheri Kon is Tar.
What is the pincode of Kheri Kon?
The pincode of Kheri Kon is 802155.
What is the population of Kheri Kon?
Kheri Kon has a total population of 2,016, including 1,058 males and 958 females.
How many households are there in Kheri Kon?
There are 255 households in Kheri Kon.
What is the literacy rate in Kheri Kon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kheri Kon is 60.96%. Male literacy is 70.70% and female literacy is 50.21%.