Khuksi - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Khuksi is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Pipra Bishan Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuksi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuksi is 219180. The village covers a total geographical area of 113.2 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khuksi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khuksi
According to the 2011 Census, Khuksi village had a total population of 1,440 people, including 738 males and 702 females, living in 302 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.60%, with male literacy at 76.24% and female literacy at 50.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 201.
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 | 1,440 | 738 | 702 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 174 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 201 | 103 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 430 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 308 | 421 |
Nearby Villages of Khuksi
Khuksi 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 Khuksi
Khuksi 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 Sitamarhi to Khuksi is about 32 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 Khuksi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuksi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khuksi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuksi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khuksi
Where is Khuksi located?
Khuksi village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuksi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuksi is Pipra Bishan Pur.
What is the pincode of Khuksi?
The pincode of Khuksi is 843324.
What is the population of Khuksi?
Khuksi had a total population of 1,440, including 738 males and 702 females.
How many households are there in Khuksi?
Khuksi had 302 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuksi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuksi was 63.60%. Male literacy was 76.24% and female literacy was 50.72%.