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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Khan Kala village has a total population of 1,512 people, consisting of 773 males and 739 females. The village has 246 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 188 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,133 literate and 379 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khan Kala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,512 | 773 | 739 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 94 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,512, including 773 males and 739 females.
How many households are there in Khan Kala?
There are 246 households in Khan Kala.
What is the literacy rate in Khan Kala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khan Kala is 74.93%. Male literacy is 81.37% and female literacy is 68.20%.