Khiri - Rajpur, Buxar
Khiri is a village situated in the Rajpur subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpur and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Khiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiri is 248470. The village covers a total geographical area of 820 hectares and falls under the 802122 pincode. Buxar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Khiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khiri
As per Census 2011, Khiri village has a total population of 6,164 people, consisting of 3,195 males and 2,969 females. The village has 899 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,194 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,475 literate and 2,689 illiterate residents. Additionally, 728 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,164 | 3,195 | 2,969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,194 | 615 | 579 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 728 | 382 | 346 |
| Literate Population | 3,475 | 2,063 | 1,412 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,689 | 1,132 | 1,557 |
Nearby Villages of Khiri
Khiri 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 Khiri
Khiri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Buxar to Khiri is about 34 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 Khiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiri 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiri 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khiri
Where is Khiri located?
Khiri village is located in Rajpur Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiri?
Khiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khiri?
The pincode of Khiri is 802122.
What is the population of Khiri?
Khiri has a total population of 6,164, including 3,195 males and 2,969 females.
How many households are there in Khiri?
There are 899 households in Khiri.
What is the literacy rate in Khiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiri is 56.38%. Male literacy is 64.57% and female literacy is 47.56%.