Raj Khand - Aurai, Muzaffarpur
Raj Khand is a village situated in the Aurai subdivision of Muzaffarpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aurai and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Muzaffarpur. Rajkhand North serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raj Khand village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raj Khand is 228985. The village covers a total geographical area of 1156 hectares and falls under the 843312 pincode. Muzaffurpur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Raj Khand village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raj Khand
As per Census 2011, Raj Khand village has a total population of 19,296 people, consisting of 10,224 males and 9,072 females. The village has 4,141 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 3,389 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 8,559 literate and 10,737 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,604 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Raj Khand are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 19,296 | 10,224 | 9,072 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,389 | 1,773 | 1,616 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,604 | 844 | 760 |
| Literate Population | 8,559 | 5,299 | 3,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 10,737 | 4,925 | 5,812 |
Nearby Villages of Raj Khand
Raj Khand 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kothia | West | 1.72 km |
| Kokilwara | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Deokali Khurd | South | 2.50 km |
| Ghanshyampur | South-West | 2.85 km |
| Arazi Ghanshyampur | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Khetalpur | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Besi Baijnath | South-West | 3.84 km |
| Paryag Chak | South-East | 3.95 km |
| Madhuban Besi | South-West | 4.03 km |
| Aurai | South | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Raj Khand
Raj Khand is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is New Runnisaidpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Muzaffurpur to Raj Khand is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffarpur to Raj Khand is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raj Khand
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raj Khand 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 Raj Khand
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Raj Khand village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Raj Khand
Where is Raj Khand located?
Raj Khand village is located in Aurai Subdivision, Muzaffarpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raj Khand?
The Gram Panchayat of Raj Khand is Rajkhand North.
What is the pincode of Raj Khand?
The pincode of Raj Khand is 843312.
What is the population of Raj Khand?
Raj Khand has a total population of 19,296, including 10,224 males and 9,072 females.
How many households are there in Raj Khand?
There are 4,141 households in Raj Khand.
What is the literacy rate in Raj Khand?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raj Khand is 44.36%. Male literacy is 51.83% and female literacy is 35.93%.