Khichariya - Tarhasi, Palamu
Khichariya is a village situated in the Tarhasi subdivision of Palamu district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tarhasi and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Medininagar (daltonganj). Nawagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khichariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khichariya is 366194. The village covers a total geographical area of 131 hectares and falls under the 822118 pincode.
Khichariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khichariya
As per Census 2011, Khichariya village has a total population of 842 people, consisting of 443 males and 399 females. The village has 159 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 479 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khichariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 842 | 443 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 81 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 296 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 147 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Khichariya
Khichariya 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 Khichariya
Khichariya 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Medininagar (daltonganj) to Khichariya is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khichariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khichariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khichariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khichariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khichariya
Where is Khichariya located?
Khichariya village is located in Tarhasi Subdivision, Palamu district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khichariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khichariya is Nawagarh.
What is the pincode of Khichariya?
The pincode of Khichariya is 822118.
What is the population of Khichariya?
Khichariya has a total population of 842, including 443 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Khichariya?
There are 159 households in Khichariya.
What is the literacy rate in Khichariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khichariya is 56.89%. Male literacy is 66.82% and female literacy is 45.86%.