Koriar - Sahar, Bhojpur
Koriar is a village situated in the Sahar subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Chouri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Koriar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Koriar is 247767. The village covers a total geographical area of 104 hectares and falls under the 802222 pincode. Arwal is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Koriar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Koriar
According to the 2011 Census, Koriar village had a total population of 783 people, including 386 males and 397 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.38%, with male literacy at 78.88% and female literacy at 56.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 108.
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 | 783 | 386 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 254 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 341 | 132 | 209 |
Nearby Villages of Koriar
Koriar 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 Koriar
Koriar 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 Arwal to Koriar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Koriar is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Koriar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Koriar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Koriar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Koriar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Koriar
Where is Koriar located?
Koriar village is located in Sahar Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Koriar?
The Gram Panchayat of Koriar is Chouri.
What is the pincode of Koriar?
The pincode of Koriar is 802222.
What is the population of Koriar?
Koriar had a total population of 783, including 386 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Koriar?
Koriar had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Koriar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Koriar was 67.38%. Male literacy was 78.88% and female literacy was 56.29%.