Khapra - Akorhi Gola, Rohtas
Khapra is a village situated in the Akorhi Gola subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akorhi Gola and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Pakaria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khapra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khapra is 252506. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.9 hectares and falls under the 821301 pincode. Dehri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khapra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khapra
According to the 2011 Census, Khapra village had a total population of 1,627 people, including 871 males and 756 females, living in 228 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.71%, with male literacy at 89.65% and female literacy at 64.07%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 279, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,627 | 871 | 756 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 250 | 137 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 149 | 130 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,070 | 658 | 412 |
| Illiterate Population | 557 | 213 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of Khapra
Khapra 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 Khapra
Khapra 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 Dehri to Khapra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sasaram to Khapra is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khapra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khapra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khapra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khapra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khapra
Where is Khapra located?
Khapra village is located in Akorhi Gola Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khapra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khapra is Pakaria.
What is the pincode of Khapra?
The pincode of Khapra is 821301.
What is the population of Khapra?
Khapra had a total population of 1,627, including 871 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Khapra?
Khapra had 228 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapra was 77.71%. Male literacy was 89.65% and female literacy was 64.07%.