Kherajpur - Bahadurpur, Darbhanga
Kherajpur is a village situated in the Bahadurpur subdivision of Darbhanga district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurpur and around 5 km from the district headquarters in Darbhanga. Kharaj Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherajpur is 227336. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 846003 pincode. Darbhanga is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kherajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kherajpur
As per Census 2011, Kherajpur village has a total population of 3,991 people, consisting of 2,067 males and 1,924 females. The village has 788 households and a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males. There are 597 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,442 literate and 1,549 illiterate residents. Additionally, 294 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherajpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,991 | 2,067 | 1,924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 597 | 317 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 294 | 149 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,442 | 1,412 | 1,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,549 | 655 | 894 |
Nearby Villages of Kherajpur
Kherajpur 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 Kherajpur
Kherajpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kherajpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darbhanga to Kherajpur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherajpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kherajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherajpur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kherajpur
Where is Kherajpur located?
Kherajpur village is located in Bahadurpur Subdivision, Darbhanga district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherajpur is Kharaj Pur.
What is the pincode of Kherajpur?
The pincode of Kherajpur is 846003.
What is the population of Kherajpur?
Kherajpur has a total population of 3,991, including 2,067 males and 1,924 females.
How many households are there in Kherajpur?
There are 788 households in Kherajpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kherajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherajpur is 61.19%. Male literacy is 68.31% and female literacy is 53.53%.