Khor - Madhepur, Madhubani
Khor is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Mahasingh Hasauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khor is 220877. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.6 hectares and falls under the 847408 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jhanjharpur Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Khor
As per Census 2011, Khor village has a total population of 2,213 people, consisting of 1,115 males and 1,098 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 681 literate and 1,532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 671 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,213 | 1,115 | 1,098 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 227 | 209 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 671 | 352 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 681 | 422 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,532 | 693 | 839 |
Nearby Villages of Khor
Khor 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 Khor
Khor 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhanjharpur to Khor is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Khor is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khor 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khor 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 Khor
Where is Khor located?
Khor village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khor?
The Gram Panchayat of Khor is Mahasingh Hasauli.
What is the pincode of Khor?
The pincode of Khor is 847408.
What is the population of Khor?
Khor has a total population of 2,213, including 1,115 males and 1,098 females.
How many households are there in Khor?
There are 508 households in Khor.
What is the literacy rate in Khor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khor is 30.77%. Male literacy is 37.85% and female literacy is 23.59%.