Khamharia - Bhanpur, Basti
Khamharia is a village situated in the Bhanpur tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanpur and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Khamharia West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khamharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khamharia is 178491. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.04 hectares and falls under the 272194 pincode.
Khamharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rudhauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khamharia
According to the 2011 Census, Khamharia village had a total population of 1,050 people, including 470 males and 580 females, living in 169 households. The sex ratio was 1,234 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.26%, with male literacy at 75.88% and female literacy at 55.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 1,050 | 470 | 580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 101 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 55 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 543 | 280 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 507 | 190 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Khamharia
Khamharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Barhyalal Singh | North-West | 0.73 km |
| Patkhauli | North | 1.68 km |
| Gandharia Bujurg | South-East | 1.69 km |
| Patwaria | South | 1.76 km |
| Chaisar | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Kolhui | North | 2.27 km |
| Hariharpur | West | 2.28 km |
| Manjharia | South-East | 2.52 km |
| Masina Khas | East | 2.54 km |
| Banagarory | North-East | 2.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khamharia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Khamharia. The nearest railway station is Govindnagar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Khamharia is about 40 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 Khamharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khamharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khamharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khamharia 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 Khamharia
Where is Khamharia located?
Khamharia village is located in Bhanpur Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khamharia is Khamharia West.
What is the pincode of Khamharia?
The pincode of Khamharia is 272194.
What is the population of Khamharia?
Khamharia had a total population of 1,050, including 470 males and 580 females.
How many households are there in Khamharia?
Khamharia had 169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khamharia was 64.26%. Male literacy was 75.88% and female literacy was 55.25%.