Khandeha - Khair, Aligarh
Khandeha is a village situated in the Khair tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khair and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Khandeha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandeha is 121740. The village covers a total geographical area of 860 hectares and falls under the 202137 pincode.
Khandeha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khair Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khandeha
As per Census 2011, Khandeha village has a total population of 5,146 people, consisting of 2,783 males and 2,363 females. The village has 856 households and a sex ratio of 849 females per 1,000 males. There are 717 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,707 literate and 2,439 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,543 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khandeha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,146 | 2,783 | 2,363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 717 | 408 | 309 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,543 | 830 | 713 |
| Literate Population | 2,707 | 1,740 | 967 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,439 | 1,043 | 1,396 |
Nearby Villages of Khandeha
Khandeha 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Garhi Surajmal | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Sotipura | East | 2.56 km |
| Nagal Kalan | East | 2.72 km |
| Bajauta | North | 3.08 km |
| Taharpur | South | 3.31 km |
| Kripalpur | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Hasanpur Jarailia | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Niguna Siguna | North-East | 3.62 km |
| Jikarpur | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Atari | North-West | 4.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandeha
Khandeha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kamalpur, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Aligarh to Khandeha is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandeha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandeha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khandeha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandeha 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandeha
Where is Khandeha located?
Khandeha village is located in Khair Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandeha?
Khandeha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandeha?
The pincode of Khandeha is 202137.
What is the population of Khandeha?
Khandeha has a total population of 5,146, including 2,783 males and 2,363 females.
How many households are there in Khandeha?
There are 856 households in Khandeha.
What is the literacy rate in Khandeha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandeha is 52.60%. Male literacy is 62.52% and female literacy is 40.92%.