Khaprail - Utraula, Balrampur
Khaprail is a village situated in the Utraula tehsil of Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Utraula and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Balrampur. Belai Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khaprail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaprail is 173864. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.81 hectares and falls under the 271306 pincode. Utraula is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khaprail village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balrampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shrawasti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khaprail
As per Census 2011, Khaprail village has a total population of 477 people, consisting of 226 males and 251 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 1,110 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 209 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaprail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 477 | 226 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 47 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 126 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 100 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Khaprail
Khaprail 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paraspur | East | 1.02 km |
| Pipraramchander | North | 1.10 km |
| Peher | South | 1.41 km |
| Bangawa | West | 1.65 km |
| Ahiraula Nagawa | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Belai Bujurg | East | 1.94 km |
| Ranipur | South-East | 2.23 km |
| Mahua Dhar | South | 2.32 km |
| Mujainna | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Pipra Yaqaoob | North | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaprail
Khaprail is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gainjahwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.5 km.
| 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 Utraula to Khaprail is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balrampur to Khaprail is about 39 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 Khaprail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaprail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khaprail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaprail 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Khaprail
Where is Khaprail located?
Khaprail village is located in Utraula Tehsil, Balrampur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaprail?
The Gram Panchayat of Khaprail is Belai Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Khaprail?
The pincode of Khaprail is 271306.
What is the population of Khaprail?
Khaprail has a total population of 477, including 226 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Khaprail?
There are 69 households in Khaprail.
What is the literacy rate in Khaprail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaprail is 43.82%. Male literacy is 55.75% and female literacy is 33.07%.