Khunta - Belthara Road, Ballia
Khunta is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Khunta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khunta is 197734. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.56 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town.
Khunta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khunta
As per Census 2011, Khunta village has a total population of 1,276 people, consisting of 607 males and 669 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 1,102 females per 1,000 males. There are 240 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 714 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 585 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khunta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,276 | 607 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 240 | 130 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 585 | 276 | 309 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 714 | 383 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 224 | 338 |
Nearby Villages of Khunta
Khunta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deodharia M. Premrajsingh | West | 0.85 km |
| Bahorwa | East | 0.91 km |
| Sasnadih | South-East | 0.98 km |
| Taiyabpur | North | 1.09 km |
| Deodharia T.bhimpura | South-West | 1.12 km |
| Sidhwali | South | 1.16 km |
| Mahmud Sarai | North | 1.53 km |
| Paharpur Mu.inderpur | West | 1.58 km |
| Katya | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Premraza Siyori | North-West | 1.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khunta
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khunta. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Ballia to Khunta is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khunta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khunta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khunta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khunta 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khunta
Where is Khunta located?
Khunta village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khunta?
Khunta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khunta?
The pincode of Khunta is 221716.
What is the population of Khunta?
Khunta has a total population of 1,276, including 607 males and 669 females.
How many households are there in Khunta?
There are 185 households in Khunta.
What is the literacy rate in Khunta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khunta is 55.96%. Male literacy is 63.10% and female literacy is 49.48%.