Khirouli - Rasra, Ballia
Khirouli is a village situated in the Rasra tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rasra and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Khirouli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirouli is 198367. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.8 hectares and falls under the 221712 pincode.
Khirouli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Khirouli
As per Census 2011, Khirouli village has a total population of 1,674 people, consisting of 843 males and 831 females. The village has 219 households and a sex ratio of 985 females per 1,000 males. There are 248 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 954 literate and 720 illiterate residents. Additionally, 570 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirouli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,674 | 843 | 831 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 130 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 570 | 298 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 954 | 560 | 394 |
| Illiterate Population | 720 | 283 | 437 |
Nearby Villages of Khirouli
Khirouli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bakulha | South-East | 0.85 km |
| Savrupur | North-East | 1.05 km |
| Bharouli | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Sardilpur | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Mudera | West | 1.49 km |
| Rohna | North | 1.83 km |
| Baijalpur | South | 1.91 km |
| Sakhuapur | South-East | 1.96 km |
| Belwania | North-West | 1.99 km |
| Kamsipur | North-West | 2.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khirouli
Khirouli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rasra, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.3 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 | 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 Khirouli is about 36 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 Khirouli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirouli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khirouli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirouli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khirouli
Where is Khirouli located?
Khirouli village is located in Rasra Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirouli?
Khirouli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirouli?
The pincode of Khirouli is 221712.
What is the population of Khirouli?
Khirouli has a total population of 1,674, including 843 males and 831 females.
How many households are there in Khirouli?
There are 219 households in Khirouli.
What is the literacy rate in Khirouli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirouli is 56.99%. Male literacy is 66.43% and female literacy is 47.41%.