Khursaha - Parihar, Sitamarhi
Khursaha is a village situated in the Parihar subdivision of Sitamarhi district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parihar and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Sitamarhi. Lahuria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khursaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khursaha is 219155. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 843324 pincode. Sitamarhi is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Khursaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khursaha
As per Census 2011, Khursaha village has a total population of 2,440 people, consisting of 1,296 males and 1,144 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 496 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 845 literate and 1,595 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khursaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,440 | 1,296 | 1,144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 496 | 272 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 11 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 845 | 558 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,595 | 738 | 857 |
Nearby Villages of Khursaha
Khursaha 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 Khursaha
Khursaha 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 >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 Khursaha is about 35 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 Khursaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khursaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khursaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khursaha 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 Khursaha
Where is Khursaha located?
Khursaha village is located in Parihar Subdivision, Sitamarhi district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khursaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Khursaha is Lahuria.
What is the pincode of Khursaha?
The pincode of Khursaha is 843324.
What is the population of Khursaha?
Khursaha has a total population of 2,440, including 1,296 males and 1,144 females.
How many households are there in Khursaha?
There are 451 households in Khursaha.
What is the literacy rate in Khursaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khursaha is 34.63%. Male literacy is 43.06% and female literacy is 25.09%.