Khijjirpur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Khijjirpur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Chak Purwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khijjirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijjirpur is 167408. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.53 hectares and falls under the 224147 pincode. Ambedkar Nagar is the nearest town.
Khijjirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijjirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khijjirpur village had a total population of 329 people, including 158 males and 171 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,082 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.86%, with male literacy at 75.37% and female literacy at 54.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 329 | 158 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 101 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 57 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Khijjirpur
Khijjirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hathina Lala | North | 1.11 km |
| Bhagapur | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Chakpurwa | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Vishwanath Pur | South | 1.23 km |
| Dharampur Karmaiteypur | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Imamuddinpur | North-West | 1.44 km |
| Madermau | East | 1.52 km |
| Fattepur Khas | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Jadopur Patkhauli | West | 1.74 km |
| Hasanpur Durajpur | South | 1.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khijjirpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khijjirpur. The nearest railway station is Munderwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Khijjirpur is about 53 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 Khijjirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijjirpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khijjirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijjirpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khijjirpur
Where is Khijjirpur located?
Khijjirpur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khijjirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khijjirpur is Chak Purwa.
What is the pincode of Khijjirpur?
The pincode of Khijjirpur is 224147.
What is the population of Khijjirpur?
Khijjirpur had a total population of 329, including 158 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Khijjirpur?
Khijjirpur had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijjirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijjirpur was 64.86%. Male literacy was 75.37% and female literacy was 54.93%.