Khairhi - Dinara, Rohtas
Khairhi is a village situated in the Dinara subdivision of Rohtas district, Bihar. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dinara and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sasaram. Arang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khairhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khairhi is 250961. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 802213 pincode. Sasaram is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Khairhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Khairhi
According to the 2011 Census, Khairhi village had a total population of 1,311 people, including 709 males and 602 females, living in 182 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.89%, with male literacy at 84.27% and female literacy at 66.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 253.
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 | 1,311 | 709 | 602 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 137 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 253 | 141 | 112 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 806 | 482 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 227 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Khairhi
Khairhi 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 Khairhi
Khairhi 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 Khairhi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khairhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khairhi 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 Khairhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khairhi 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 Khairhi
Where is Khairhi located?
Khairhi village is located in Dinara Subdivision, Rohtas district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khairhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khairhi is Arang.
What is the pincode of Khairhi?
The pincode of Khairhi is 802213.
What is the population of Khairhi?
Khairhi had a total population of 1,311, including 709 males and 602 females.
How many households are there in Khairhi?
Khairhi had 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khairhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khairhi was 75.89%. Male literacy was 84.27% and female literacy was 66.12%.