Kirora - Balrampur, Katihar
Kirora is a village situated in the Balrampur subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Balrampur and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Kiraura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirora is 224721. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.1 hectares and falls under the 854317 pincode. Dalkhola(w.b.) is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kirora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kirora
As per Census 2011, Kirora village has a total population of 6,745 people, consisting of 3,483 males and 3,262 females. The village has 1,287 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,497 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,919 literate and 4,826 illiterate residents. Additionally, 127 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 16 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,745 | 3,483 | 3,262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,497 | 765 | 732 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 64 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 1,919 | 1,180 | 739 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,826 | 2,303 | 2,523 |
Nearby Villages of Kirora
Kirora 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 Kirora
Public transport in the Kirora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Kirora.
| 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 | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalkhola(w.b.) to Kirora is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Katihar to Kirora is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kirora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kirora
Where is Kirora located?
Kirora village is located in Balrampur Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirora is Kiraura.
What is the pincode of Kirora?
The pincode of Kirora is 854317.
What is the population of Kirora?
Kirora has a total population of 6,745, including 3,483 males and 3,262 females.
How many households are there in Kirora?
There are 1,287 households in Kirora.
What is the literacy rate in Kirora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirora is 28.45%. Male literacy is 33.88% and female literacy is 22.65%.