Kherho - Puraini, Madhepura
Kherho is a village situated in the Puraini subdivision of Madhepura district, Bihar. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraini and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Madhepura. Aurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kherho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherho is 226135. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.26 hectares and falls under the 852116 pincode. Murliganj is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Kherho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kherho
As per Census 2011, Kherho village has a total population of 5,447 people, consisting of 2,860 males and 2,587 females. The village has 1,137 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,137 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,602 literate and 3,845 illiterate residents. Additionally, 106 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherho are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,447 | 2,860 | 2,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,137 | 595 | 542 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 65 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 1,602 | 1,098 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,845 | 1,762 | 2,083 |
Nearby Villages of Kherho
Kherho 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 Kherho
Kherho is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Murliganj to Kherho is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhepura to Kherho is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kherho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kherho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kherho
Where is Kherho located?
Kherho village is located in Puraini Subdivision, Madhepura district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kherho?
The Gram Panchayat of Kherho is Aurai.
What is the pincode of Kherho?
The pincode of Kherho is 852116.
What is the population of Kherho?
Kherho has a total population of 5,447, including 2,860 males and 2,587 females.
How many households are there in Kherho?
There are 1,137 households in Kherho.
What is the literacy rate in Kherho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherho is 29.41%. Male literacy is 38.39% and female literacy is 19.48%.