Kharagpur - Kesath, Buxar
Kharagpur is a village situated in the Kesath subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kesath and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Rampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharagpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharagpur is 248096. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.83 hectares and falls under the 802125 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kharagpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharagpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kharagpur village had a total population of 53 people, including 24 males and 29 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,208 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.11%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 88.00%.
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 | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kharagpur
Kharagpur 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 Kharagpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kharagpur.
| 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 Dumraon to Kharagpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Kharagpur is about 32 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 Kharagpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharagpur 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 Kharagpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharagpur 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 Kharagpur
Where is Kharagpur located?
Kharagpur village is located in Kesath Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharagpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharagpur is Rampur.
What is the pincode of Kharagpur?
The pincode of Kharagpur is 802125.
What is the population of Kharagpur?
Kharagpur had a total population of 53, including 24 males and 29 females.
How many households are there in Kharagpur?
Kharagpur had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharagpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharagpur was 91.11%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 88.00%.