Khurna - Chenari, Rohtas
Khurna is a village situated in the Chenari subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chenari and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Sadokhar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khurna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khurna is 252010. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 821104 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Khurna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khurna
As per Census 2011, Khurna village has a total population of 566 people, consisting of 302 males and 264 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 874 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 241 illiterate residents. Additionally, 279 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khurna are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 566 | 302 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 65 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 189 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 113 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Khurna
Khurna 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 Khurna
Khurna 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 Sasaram to Khurna is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khurna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khurna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khurna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khurna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khurna
Where is Khurna located?
Khurna village is located in Chenari Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khurna?
The Gram Panchayat of Khurna is Sadokhar.
What is the pincode of Khurna?
The pincode of Khurna is 821104.
What is the population of Khurna?
Khurna has a total population of 566, including 302 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Khurna?
There are 84 households in Khurna.
What is the literacy rate in Khurna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khurna is 57.42%. Male literacy is 62.58% and female literacy is 51.52%.