Khesra - Imamganj, Gaya
Khesra is a village situated in the Imamganj subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Imamganj and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Naudiha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khesra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khesra is 256126. The village covers a total geographical area of 59 hectares and falls under the 824206 pincode. Sherghati is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Khesra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khesra
As per Census 2011, Khesra village has a total population of 600 people, consisting of 279 males and 321 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,150 females per 1,000 males. There are 139 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 355 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khesra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 600 | 279 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 355 | 166 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 148 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Khesra
Khesra 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 Khesra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khesra.
| 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 Sherghati to Khesra is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gaya to Khesra is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khesra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khesra 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 Khesra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khesra 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 Khesra
Where is Khesra located?
Khesra village is located in Imamganj Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khesra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khesra is Naudiha.
What is the pincode of Khesra?
The pincode of Khesra is 824206.
What is the population of Khesra?
Khesra has a total population of 600, including 279 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Khesra?
There are 107 households in Khesra.
What is the literacy rate in Khesra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khesra is 42.67%. Male literacy is 46.95% and female literacy is 38.94%.