Kharowa - Gogri, Khagaria
Kharowa is a village situated in the Gogri subdivision of Khagaria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gogri and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Khagaria. Deotha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharowa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharowa is 238763. The village covers a total geographical area of 117 hectares and falls under the 851203 pincode. Gogari Jamalpur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kharowa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parbatta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khagaria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharowa
According to the 2011 Census, Kharowa village had a total population of 1,624 people, including 855 males and 769 females, living in 305 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.10%, with male literacy at 74.29% and female literacy at 54.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,624 | 855 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 147 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 871 | 526 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 753 | 329 | 424 |
Nearby Villages of Kharowa
Kharowa 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 Kharowa
Kharowa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kharowa has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gogari Jamalpur to Kharowa is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khagaria to Kharowa is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharowa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharowa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharowa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharowa 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 Kharowa
Where is Kharowa located?
Kharowa village is located in Gogri Subdivision, Khagaria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharowa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharowa is Deotha.
What is the pincode of Kharowa?
The pincode of Kharowa is 851203.
What is the population of Kharowa?
Kharowa had a total population of 1,624, including 855 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Kharowa?
Kharowa had 305 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharowa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharowa was 65.10%. Male literacy was 74.29% and female literacy was 54.76%.