Khijarsota - Dhanwar, Giridih
Khijarsota is a village situated in the Dhanwar subdivision of Giridih district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanwar and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Giridih. Parsan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khijarsota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijarsota is 351161. The village covers a total geographical area of 386.16 hectares and falls under the 825412 pincode. Giridih is the nearest town.
Khijarsota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kodarma Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijarsota
As per Census 2011, Khijarsota village has a total population of 2,155 people, consisting of 1,135 males and 1,020 females. The village has 306 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,079 literate and 1,076 illiterate residents. Additionally, 583 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khijarsota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,155 | 1,135 | 1,020 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 191 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 583 | 308 | 275 |
| Literate Population | 1,079 | 728 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,076 | 407 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Khijarsota
Khijarsota 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purrekh Khurd | East | 1.50 km |
| Ghaskaro | West | 1.52 km |
| Purrekh Kala | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Singardih | North | 1.87 km |
| Parsan | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Barajori | South-West | 2.45 km |
| Kailadhab | South | 2.53 km |
| Jitkundi | West | 2.84 km |
| Lendhasimar | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Jharkhandi | East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khijarsota
Public transport in the Khijarsota is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Keshwari, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Giridih to Khijarsota is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijarsota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijarsota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khijarsota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijarsota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Khijarsota
Where is Khijarsota located?
Khijarsota village is located in Dhanwar Subdivision, Giridih district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijarsota?
The Gram Panchayat of Khijarsota is Parsan.
What is the pincode of Khijarsota?
The pincode of Khijarsota is 825412.
What is the population of Khijarsota?
Khijarsota has a total population of 2,155, including 1,135 males and 1,020 females.
How many households are there in Khijarsota?
There are 306 households in Khijarsota.
What is the literacy rate in Khijarsota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijarsota is 50.07%. Male literacy is 64.14% and female literacy is 34.41%.