Khagra - Rudhauli, Basti
Khagra is a village situated in the Rudhauli tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rudhauli and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Sehura Kalan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khagra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khagra is 181690. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.79 hectares and falls under the 272148 pincode. Nagar Palika Bansi is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Khagra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khagra
According to the 2011 Census, Khagra village had a total population of 185 people, including 94 males and 91 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 88.16% and female literacy at 69.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 185 | 94 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 27 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Khagra
Khagra 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 Khagra
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khagra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nagar Palika Bansi to Khagra is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Khagra is about 37 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 Khagra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khagra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khagra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khagra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khagra
Where is Khagra located?
Khagra village is located in Rudhauli Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khagra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khagra is Sehura Kalan.
What is the pincode of Khagra?
The pincode of Khagra is 272148.
What is the population of Khagra?
Khagra had a total population of 185, including 94 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Khagra?
Khagra had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khagra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khagra was 78.57%. Male literacy was 88.16% and female literacy was 69.23%.