Khuraso - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Khuraso is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Khuraso village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khuraso is 194889. The village covers a total geographical area of 210.91 hectares and falls under the 223225 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khuraso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khuraso
According to the 2011 Census, Khuraso village had a total population of 2,723 people, including 1,385 males and 1,338 females, living in 375 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.45%, with male literacy at 79.68% and female literacy at 58.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 728.
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 | 2,723 | 1,385 | 1,338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 199 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 728 | 369 | 359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,614 | 945 | 669 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,109 | 440 | 669 |
Nearby Villages of Khuraso
Khuraso 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 Khuraso
Public transport in the Khuraso is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khuraso.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Khuraso is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Khuraso is about 46 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 Khuraso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khuraso village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khuraso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khuraso 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khuraso
Where is Khuraso located?
Khuraso village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khuraso?
Khuraso is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khuraso?
The pincode of Khuraso is 223225.
What is the population of Khuraso?
Khuraso had a total population of 2,723, including 1,385 males and 1,338 females.
How many households are there in Khuraso?
Khuraso had 375 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khuraso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khuraso was 69.45%. Male literacy was 79.68% and female literacy was 58.79%.