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
As per Census 2011, Khapra village has a total population of 1,627 people, consisting of 871 males and 756 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 867 females per 1,000 males. There are 250 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,070 literate and 557 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khapra are given below:
| 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 | - | 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 has a total population of 1,627, including 871 males and 756 females.
How many households are there in Khapra?
There are 228 households in Khapra.
What is the literacy rate in Khapra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khapra is 65.77%. Male literacy is 75.55% and female literacy is 54.50%.