Khejurchua - Pakuria, Pakur
Khejurchua is a village situated in the Pakuria subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pakuria and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Domangariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khejurchua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khejurchua is 360986. The village covers a total geographical area of 127 hectares and falls under the 816117 pincode. Nalhati is the nearest town.
Khejurchua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khejurchua
As per Census 2011, Khejurchua village has a total population of 367 people, consisting of 185 males and 182 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 983 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 175 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 78 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khejurchua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 367 | 185 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 175 | 111 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 74 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Khejurchua
Khejurchua 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 Khejurchua
Khejurchua 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dumka to Khejurchua is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khejurchua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khejurchua 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khejurchua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khejurchua 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khejurchua
Where is Khejurchua located?
Khejurchua village is located in Pakuria Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khejurchua?
The Gram Panchayat of Khejurchua is Domangariya.
What is the pincode of Khejurchua?
The pincode of Khejurchua is 816117.
What is the population of Khejurchua?
Khejurchua has a total population of 367, including 185 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Khejurchua?
There are 79 households in Khejurchua.
What is the literacy rate in Khejurchua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khejurchua is 47.68%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 35.16%.