Khurahia - Ghorasahan, Purbi Champaran
Khurahia is a village situated in the Ghorasahan subdivision of Purbi Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from Ghorasahan and around 45 km from Motihari. Jharokhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurahia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurahia is 217788. The village covers a total geographical area of 517 hectares and falls under the 845303 pincode. Dhaka is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khurahia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khurahia
As per Census 2011, Khurahia village has a total population of 8,190 people, consisting of 4,371 males and 3,819 females. The village has 1,312 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,527 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,492 literate and 4,698 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,379 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khurahia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,190 | 4,371 | 3,819 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,527 | 783 | 744 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,379 | 712 | 667 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 3,492 | 2,210 | 1,282 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,698 | 2,161 | 2,537 |
Nearby Villages of Khurahia
Khurahia 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 Khurahia
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khurahia. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khurahia.
| 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 Dhaka to Khurahia is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Motihari to Khurahia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurahia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurahia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khurahia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurahia 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khurahia
Where is Khurahia located?
Khurahia village is located in Ghorasahan Subdivision, Purbi Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurahia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurahia is Jharokhar.
What is the pincode of Khurahia?
The pincode of Khurahia is 845303.
What is the population of Khurahia?
Khurahia has a total population of 8,190, including 4,371 males and 3,819 females.
How many households are there in Khurahia?
There are 1,312 households in Khurahia.
What is the literacy rate in Khurahia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurahia is 42.64%. Male literacy is 50.56% and female literacy is 33.57%.