Khakhra - Sarath, Deoghar
Khakhra is a village situated in the Sarath subdivision of Deoghar district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarath and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Deoghar. Arajori serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khakhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhra is 355050. The village covers a total geographical area of 19 hectares and falls under the 815355 pincode. Madhupur is the nearest town.
Khakhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khakhra
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhra village had a total population of 200 people, including 106 males and 94 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.06%, with male literacy at 83.54% and female literacy at 56.41%.
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 | 200 | 106 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 66 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 40 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhra
Khakhra 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 Khakhra
Khakhra is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Deoghar to Khakhra is about 29 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 Khakhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhra 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khakhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhra 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 Khakhra
Where is Khakhra located?
Khakhra village is located in Sarath Subdivision, Deoghar district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khakhra is Arajori.
What is the pincode of Khakhra?
The pincode of Khakhra is 815355.
What is the population of Khakhra?
Khakhra had a total population of 200, including 106 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Khakhra?
Khakhra had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhra was 70.06%. Male literacy was 83.54% and female literacy was 56.41%.