Khuthan - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Khuthan is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Rasepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khuthan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuthan is 195962. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.6 hectares and falls under the 276123 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khuthan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khuthan
According to the 2011 Census, Khuthan village had a total population of 570 people, including 267 males and 303 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,135 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.14%, with male literacy at 97.45% and female literacy at 83.82%.
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 | 570 | 267 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 229 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 38 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Khuthan
Khuthan 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 Khuthan
Public transport in the Khuthan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Khuthan.
| 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 Azamgarh to Khuthan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Khuthan is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khuthan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuthan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khuthan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuthan 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 Khuthan
Where is Khuthan located?
Khuthan village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khuthan?
The Gram Panchayat of Khuthan is Rasepur.
What is the pincode of Khuthan?
The pincode of Khuthan is 276123.
What is the population of Khuthan?
Khuthan had a total population of 570, including 267 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Khuthan?
Khuthan had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuthan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuthan was 90.14%. Male literacy was 97.45% and female literacy was 83.82%.