Khan Kala - Harraiya, Basti
Khan Kala is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Khan Kala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khan Kala is 179888. The village covers a total geographical area of 11.21 hectares and falls under the 272127 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Khan Kala 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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khan Kala
According to the 2011 Census, Khan Kala village had a total population of 1,512 people, including 773 males and 739 females, living in 246 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.57%, with male literacy at 92.64% and female literacy at 78.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 1,512 | 773 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,133 | 629 | 504 |
| Illiterate Population | 379 | 144 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Khan Kala
Khan Kala 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 Khan Kala
Khan Kala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Basti to Khan Kala is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Khan Kala is about 34 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 Khan Kala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khan Kala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khan Kala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khan Kala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khan Kala
Where is Khan Kala located?
Khan Kala village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khan Kala?
Khan Kala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khan Kala?
The pincode of Khan Kala is 272127.
What is the population of Khan Kala?
Khan Kala had a total population of 1,512, including 773 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Khan Kala?
Khan Kala had 246 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khan Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan Kala was 85.57%. Male literacy was 92.64% and female literacy was 78.14%.