Kharagpur - Nawanagar, Buxar
Kharagpur is a village situated in the Nawanagar subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nawanagar and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Babu Ganj English serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharagpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharagpur is 248862. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.9 hectares and falls under the 802129 pincode. Domraon is the nearest town, located about 29 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 229 people, including 119 males and 110 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.26%, with male literacy at 85.44% and female literacy at 63.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 229 | 119 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 88 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 31 | 55 |
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
Kharagpur 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 >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 Domraon to Kharagpur is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Kharagpur is about 31 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 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharagpur
Where is Kharagpur located?
Kharagpur village is located in Nawanagar Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharagpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharagpur is Babu Ganj English.
What is the pincode of Kharagpur?
The pincode of Kharagpur is 802129.
What is the population of Kharagpur?
Kharagpur had a total population of 229, including 119 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Kharagpur?
Kharagpur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharagpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharagpur was 75.26%. Male literacy was 85.44% and female literacy was 63.22%.