Itarhia - Rajpur, Buxar
Itarhia is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Dulfa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Itarhia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itarhia is 248603. The village covers a total geographical area of 312 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Itarhia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Itarhia
According to the 2011 Census, Itarhia village had a total population of 2,320 people, including 1,206 males and 1,114 females, living in 321 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.79%, with male literacy at 80.44% and female literacy at 62.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 325.
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 | 2,320 | 1,206 | 1,114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 209 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 325 | 178 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,372 | 802 | 570 |
| Illiterate Population | 948 | 404 | 544 |
Nearby Villages of Itarhia
Itarhia 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 Itarhia
Itarhia 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 Buxar to Itarhia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itarhia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itarhia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Itarhia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itarhia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Itarhia
Where is Itarhia located?
Itarhia village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itarhia?
The Gram Panchayat of Itarhia is Dulfa.
What is the pincode of Itarhia?
The pincode of Itarhia is 802122.
What is the population of Itarhia?
Itarhia had a total population of 2,320, including 1,206 males and 1,114 females.
How many households are there in Itarhia?
Itarhia had 321 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itarhia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itarhia was 71.79%. Male literacy was 80.44% and female literacy was 62.36%.