Dand Khora - Dandkhora, Katihar
Dand Khora is a village situated in the Dandkhora subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dandkhora and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Dandkhora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dand Khora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dand Khora is 225459. The village covers a total geographical area of 1102.4 hectares and falls under the 855114 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Dand Khora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dand Khora
As per Census 2011, Dand Khora village has a total population of 8,821 people, consisting of 4,581 males and 4,240 females. The village has 1,753 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,654 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,781 literate and 4,040 illiterate residents. Additionally, 489 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,717 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dand Khora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,821 | 4,581 | 4,240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,654 | 805 | 849 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 265 | 224 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,717 | 870 | 847 |
| Literate Population | 4,781 | 2,823 | 1,958 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,040 | 1,758 | 2,282 |
Nearby Villages of Dand Khora
Dand Khora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pararia Kalan | South-East | 1.91 km |
| Khaira | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Ghoghra | North-East | 2.44 km |
| Pararia Khurd | East | 2.55 km |
| Paharpur | South | 2.73 km |
| Gurpahar | East | 2.83 km |
| Mohnipipra | South-East | 2.93 km |
| Rampura | South | 3.13 km |
| Mahdaili | South-East | 3.16 km |
| Hamsaili | North | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dand Khora
Dand Khora is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dandkhora, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Dand Khora is about 10 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 Dand Khora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dand Khora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dand Khora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dand Khora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dand Khora
Where is Dand Khora located?
Dand Khora village is located in Dandkhora Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dand Khora?
The Gram Panchayat of Dand Khora is Dandkhora.
What is the pincode of Dand Khora?
The pincode of Dand Khora is 855114.
What is the population of Dand Khora?
Dand Khora has a total population of 8,821, including 4,581 males and 4,240 females.
How many households are there in Dand Khora?
There are 1,753 households in Dand Khora.
What is the literacy rate in Dand Khora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dand Khora is 54.20%. Male literacy is 61.62% and female literacy is 46.18%.