Khijoora - Sapotra, Karauli
Khijoora is a village situated in the Sapotra tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 53 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sapotra and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Karauli. Nibhaira serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khijoora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijoora is 077015. The village covers a total geographical area of 869.63 hectares and falls under the 322243 pincode. Karauli is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Khijoora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sapotra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijoora
According to the 2011 Census, Khijoora village had a total population of 214 people, including 114 males and 100 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 877 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.45%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 46.15%.
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 | 214 | 114 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 66 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 48 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Khijoora
Khijoora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raibeli Jagman Ki | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Veeram Ki Guwari | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Asha Ki Guwari | South | 3.63 km |
| Marmada | North-West | 5.21 km |
| Nibhaira | South-West | 5.67 km |
| Mahal Dhankri | South-East | 5.88 km |
| Rahir | North-East | 6.27 km |
| Amarapur | South | 6.61 km |
| Bharrpura | South-West | 7.37 km |
| Kailadevi | North | 7.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khijoora
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khijoora. The nearest railway station is Sillipur, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 106.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karauli to Khijoora is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijoora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijoora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khijoora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijoora 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 Khijoora
Where is Khijoora located?
Khijoora village is located in Sapotra Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khijoora?
The Gram Panchayat of Khijoora is Nibhaira.
What is the pincode of Khijoora?
The pincode of Khijoora is 322243.
What is the population of Khijoora?
Khijoora had a total population of 214, including 114 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Khijoora?
Khijoora had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijoora was 61.45%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 46.15%.