Khoria - Charaut, Sitamarhi
Khoria is a village situated in the Charaut subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Charaut and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Yadupatti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khoria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khoria is 219692. The village covers a total geographical area of 163 hectares and falls under the 843319 pincode. Janakpur Road is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khoria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khoria
As per Census 2011, Khoria village has a total population of 2,583 people, consisting of 1,352 males and 1,231 females. The village has 592 households and a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males. There are 480 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 1,872 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khoria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,583 | 1,352 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 480 | 244 | 236 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 333 | 163 | 170 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 473 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,872 | 879 | 993 |
Nearby Villages of Khoria
Khoria 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 Khoria
Public transport in the Khoria is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Janakpur Road to Khoria is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sitamarhi to Khoria is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khoria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khoria village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khoria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khoria 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khoria
Where is Khoria located?
Khoria village is located in Charaut Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoria?
The Gram Panchayat of Khoria is Yadupatti.
What is the pincode of Khoria?
The pincode of Khoria is 843319.
What is the population of Khoria?
Khoria has a total population of 2,583, including 1,352 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Khoria?
There are 592 households in Khoria.
What is the literacy rate in Khoria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoria is 27.53%. Male literacy is 34.99% and female literacy is 19.33%.