Bihari Khurd - Guthani, Siwan
Bihari Khurd is a village situated in the Guthani subdivision of Siwan district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Guthani and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Sonahula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bihari Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bihari Khurd is 232224. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bihari Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Bihari Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Bihari Khurd village had a total population of 683 people, including 306 males and 377 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 1,232 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.01%, with male literacy at 88.21% and female literacy at 53.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 73.
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 | 683 | 306 | 377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 43 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 88 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 73 | 33 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 403 | 232 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 280 | 74 | 206 |
Nearby Villages of Bihari Khurd
Bihari Khurd 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 Bihari Khurd
Bihari Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mairwa to Bihari Khurd is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Bihari Khurd is about 38 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 Bihari Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bihari Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bihari Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bihari Khurd 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bihari Khurd
Where is Bihari Khurd located?
Bihari Khurd village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bihari Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Bihari Khurd is Sonahula.
What is the pincode of Bihari Khurd?
The pincode of Bihari Khurd is 841435.
What is the population of Bihari Khurd?
Bihari Khurd had a total population of 683, including 306 males and 377 females.
How many households are there in Bihari Khurd?
Bihari Khurd had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bihari Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bihari Khurd was 69.01%. Male literacy was 88.21% and female literacy was 53.27%.