Khujhi - Ramnagar, Bara Banki
Khujhi is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Barabanki. Akaona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khujhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khujhi is 164216. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.14 hectares and falls under the 225304 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Khujhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ram Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barabanki Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khujhi
According to the 2011 Census, Khujhi village had a total population of 709 people, including 391 males and 318 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.94%, with male literacy at 73.06% and female literacy at 39.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 709 | 391 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 217 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 399 | 174 | 225 |
Nearby Villages of Khujhi
Khujhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamka | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Kanchnapur | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Akhari | West | 2.64 km |
| Sarsanda | South | 2.71 km |
| Puranpur | South-East | 2.89 km |
| Raikolwa | South | 2.90 km |
| Sonarakhi | North-West | 3.47 km |
| Gwahdeeh | South-West | 3.71 km |
| Fazilpur | South-East | 3.72 km |
| Udhiya | South | 4.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khujhi
Khujhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Chowka Ghat, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Khujhi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Barabanki to Khujhi is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khujhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khujhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khujhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khujhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khujhi
Where is Khujhi located?
Khujhi village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Bara Banki district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khujhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Khujhi is Akaona.
What is the pincode of Khujhi?
The pincode of Khujhi is 225304.
What is the population of Khujhi?
Khujhi had a total population of 709, including 391 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Khujhi?
Khujhi had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khujhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khujhi was 57.94%. Male literacy was 73.06% and female literacy was 39.08%.