Kharagbani - Babubarhi, Madhubani
Kharagbani is a village situated in the Babubarhi subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Babubarhi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Pirhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharagbani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharagbani is 220169. The village covers a total geographical area of 794.7 hectares and falls under the 847224 pincode. Madhubani is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Kharagbani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kharagbani
As per Census 2011, Kharagbani village has a total population of 8,941 people, consisting of 4,636 males and 4,305 females. The village has 1,774 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,539 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,515 literate and 4,426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,671 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharagbani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,941 | 4,636 | 4,305 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,539 | 793 | 746 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,671 | 877 | 794 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 4,515 | 2,831 | 1,684 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,426 | 1,805 | 2,621 |
Nearby Villages of Kharagbani
Kharagbani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pirhi | West | 2.20 km |
| Khojpur | East | 2.95 km |
| Dudahi | South-West | 3.31 km |
| Pachrukhi | South | 3.38 km |
| Bausi | West | 3.40 km |
| Bhojpatti | East | 3.83 km |
| Barhi | South-West | 3.87 km |
| Nabnagar | South-East | 4.01 km |
| Dalokhar | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Ekhari | North | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kharagbani
Kharagbani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vachaspati Nagar, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Madhubani to Kharagbani is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Kharagbani is about 32 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 Kharagbani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharagbani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharagbani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharagbani 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 Kharagbani
Where is Kharagbani located?
Kharagbani village is located in Babubarhi Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kharagbani?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharagbani is Pirhi.
What is the pincode of Kharagbani?
The pincode of Kharagbani is 847224.
What is the population of Kharagbani?
Kharagbani has a total population of 8,941, including 4,636 males and 4,305 females.
How many households are there in Kharagbani?
There are 1,774 households in Kharagbani.
What is the literacy rate in Kharagbani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharagbani is 50.50%. Male literacy is 61.07% and female literacy is 39.12%.