Khidira - Rasra, Ballia
Khidira is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Matihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khidira village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khidira is 198592. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.98 hectares and falls under the 221701 pincode. Rasra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Khidira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rasara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghosi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khidira
According to the 2011 Census, Khidira village had a total population of 136 people, including 70 males and 66 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 943 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.81%, with male literacy at 86.36% and female literacy at 60.00%.
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 | 136 | 70 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 57 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 13 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Khidira
Khidira 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 Khidira
Public transport in the Khidira is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khidira.
| 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 Rasra to Khidira is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Khidira is about 29 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 Khidira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khidira 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 Khidira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khidira 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 Khidira
Where is Khidira located?
Khidira village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khidira?
The Gram Panchayat of Khidira is Matihi.
What is the pincode of Khidira?
The pincode of Khidira is 221701.
What is the population of Khidira?
Khidira had a total population of 136, including 70 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Khidira?
Khidira had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khidira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khidira was 73.81%. Male literacy was 86.36% and female literacy was 60.00%.