Khevkar - Kaiserganj, Bahraich
Khevkar is a village situated in the Kaiserganj tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaiserganj and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Kataka Marautha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khevkar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khevkar is 172482. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.33 hectares and falls under the 271903 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Khevkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Payagpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khevkar
As per Census 2011, Khevkar village has a total population of 638 people, consisting of 352 males and 286 females. The village has 105 households and a sex ratio of 812 females per 1,000 males. There are 113 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 213 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khevkar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 638 | 352 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 113 | 64 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 138 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 214 | 211 |
Nearby Villages of Khevkar
Khevkar 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 Khevkar
Khevkar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Khevkar is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khevkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khevkar 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khevkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khevkar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khevkar
Where is Khevkar located?
Khevkar village is located in Kaiserganj Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khevkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khevkar is Kataka Marautha.
What is the pincode of Khevkar?
The pincode of Khevkar is 271903.
What is the population of Khevkar?
Khevkar has a total population of 638, including 352 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Khevkar?
There are 105 households in Khevkar.
What is the literacy rate in Khevkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khevkar is 33.39%. Male literacy is 39.20% and female literacy is 26.22%.