Harkhori - Sagri, Azamgarh
Harkhori is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Harkhori village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Harkhori is 193148. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.24 hectares and falls under the 276135 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Harkhori village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Harkhori
According to the 2011 Census, Harkhori village had a total population of 1,101 people, including 555 males and 546 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.62%, with male literacy at 72.77% and female literacy at 49.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 558.
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 | 1,101 | 555 | 546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 118 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 558 | 286 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 318 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 237 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Harkhori
Harkhori 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sendurpar | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Rampur | East | 0.98 km |
| Chak Ghanshyam | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Parsottampur Urf Kaithauli | West | 1.38 km |
| Chak Chitarsen | West | 1.51 km |
| Punapar | South | 1.60 km |
| Jamin Harkhori | East | 2.06 km |
| Champapur Gopalpur | South-West | 2.13 km |
| Chak Lalchand | West | 2.25 km |
| Barjala Gagepur | North-West | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Harkhori
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Harkhori. The nearest railway station is Sathiaon, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.0 km.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Harkhori is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Harkhori is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Harkhori
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Harkhori 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Harkhori
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Harkhori 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 Harkhori
Where is Harkhori located?
Harkhori village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Harkhori?
Harkhori is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Harkhori?
The pincode of Harkhori is 276135.
What is the population of Harkhori?
Harkhori had a total population of 1,101, including 555 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Harkhori?
Harkhori had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Harkhori?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Harkhori was 60.62%. Male literacy was 72.77% and female literacy was 49.13%.