Khijoori - Suroth, Karauli
Khijoori is a village situated in the Suroth tehsil of Karauli district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 15 km from Hindaun and around 45 km from Karauli. Kheri Hewat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khijoori village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijoori is 076492. The village covers a total geographical area of 338.66 hectares and falls under the 322236 pincode. Hindaun is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khijoori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hindaun Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Karauli-Dholpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijoori
As per Census 2011, Khijoori village has a total population of 1,815 people, consisting of 988 males and 827 females. The village has 352 households and a sex ratio of 837 females per 1,000 males. There are 323 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,024 literate and 791 illiterate residents. Additionally, 909 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khijoori are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,815 | 988 | 827 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 323 | 198 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 909 | 497 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,024 | 681 | 343 |
| Illiterate Population | 791 | 307 | 484 |
Nearby Villages of Khijoori
Khijoori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sherpur | South-West | 1.73 km |
| Somli | East | 2.22 km |
| Dhandhawali | North | 2.23 km |
| Dhindhora | North-West | 2.76 km |
| Somala Ratra | East | 3.23 km |
| Rara Shahpur | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Kheri Hewat | South-East | 3.51 km |
| Hadoli | South | 3.58 km |
| Jat Nagala | West | 3.85 km |
| Chak Sherpur | South-West | 4.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khijoori
Khijoori is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dhindhora Hkmkd, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 77.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindaun to Khijoori is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Karauli to Khijoori is about 45 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 Khijoori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijoori village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khijoori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijoori village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khijoori
Where is Khijoori located?
Khijoori village is located in Suroth Tehsil, Karauli district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijoori?
The Gram Panchayat of Khijoori is Kheri Hewat.
What is the pincode of Khijoori?
The pincode of Khijoori is 322236.
What is the population of Khijoori?
Khijoori has a total population of 1,815, including 988 males and 827 females.
How many households are there in Khijoori?
There are 352 households in Khijoori.
What is the literacy rate in Khijoori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijoori is 56.42%. Male literacy is 68.93% and female literacy is 41.48%.