Khirauli - Guthani, Siwan
Khirauli 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Siwan. Barpalia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirauli is 232253. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 841435 pincode. Mairwa is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khirauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirauli
As per Census 2011, Khirauli village has a total population of 826 people, consisting of 429 males and 397 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 482 literate and 344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirauli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 429 | 397 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 56 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 482 | 288 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 141 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Khirauli
Khirauli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bauri | North | 0.77 km |
| Bharauli | South | 0.90 km |
| Barpalia | East | 1.05 km |
| Basuhari | West | 1.36 km |
| Harpur | North | 1.66 km |
| Kharaunti | South-West | 1.77 km |
| Selaur | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Mamaur | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Nepura | South-East | 2.08 km |
| Panrepar | South-West | 2.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khirauli
Khirauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bankata, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.0 km.
| 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 Khirauli is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siwan to Khirauli is about 40 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 Khirauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirauli 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 Khirauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirauli 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 Khirauli
Where is Khirauli located?
Khirauli village is located in Guthani Subdivision, Siwan district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirauli is Barpalia.
What is the pincode of Khirauli?
The pincode of Khirauli is 841435.
What is the population of Khirauli?
Khirauli has a total population of 826, including 429 males and 397 females.
How many households are there in Khirauli?
There are 114 households in Khirauli.
What is the literacy rate in Khirauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirauli is 58.35%. Male literacy is 67.13% and female literacy is 48.87%.