Khajuriya - Areraj, Purbi Champaran
Khajuriya is a village situated in the Areraj subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from Areraj and around 40 km from Motihari. Mamarkha Tola Bhaiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajuriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajuriya is 218137. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 845411 pincode. Areraj is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Khajuriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khajuriya
As per Census 2011, Khajuriya village has a total population of 2,594 people, consisting of 1,502 males and 1,092 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 727 females per 1,000 males. There are 433 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,443 literate and 1,151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 114 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khajuriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,594 | 1,502 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 433 | 228 | 205 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 64 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,443 | 952 | 491 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,151 | 550 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Khajuriya
Khajuriya 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 Khajuriya
Khajuriya 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 Areraj to Khajuriya is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Khajuriya is about 40 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 Khajuriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajuriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khajuriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajuriya 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajuriya
Where is Khajuriya located?
Khajuriya village is located in Areraj Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajuriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajuriya is Mamarkha Tola Bhaiya.
What is the pincode of Khajuriya?
The pincode of Khajuriya is 845411.
What is the population of Khajuriya?
Khajuriya has a total population of 2,594, including 1,502 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Khajuriya?
There are 415 households in Khajuriya.
What is the literacy rate in Khajuriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajuriya is 55.63%. Male literacy is 63.38% and female literacy is 44.96%.