Khaguwa Was - Sikandrabad, Bulandshahr
Khaguwa Was is a village situated in the Sikandrabad tehsil of Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikandrabad and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Bulandshahar. Khaguwa Was village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khaguwa Was is 120496. The village covers a total geographical area of 250.47 hectares and falls under the 203205 pincode. Sikandrabad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Khaguwa Was village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khaguwa Was
As per Census 2011, Khaguwa Was village has a total population of 1,316 people, consisting of 695 males and 621 females. The village has 233 households and a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males. There are 151 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 882 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 377 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khaguwa Was are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,316 | 695 | 621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 85 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 201 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 541 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 154 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Khaguwa Was
Khaguwa Was 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatpura | South | 1.26 km |
| Ghazipur | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Ritoli | East | 1.77 km |
| Piriyabani | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Mandawarah | West | 2.05 km |
| Dadupur Neela | East | 2.69 km |
| Benipur | North-East | 2.85 km |
| Srodhan | South-East | 2.97 km |
| Manjupur | East | 3.06 km |
| Kanwara | West | 3.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khaguwa Was
Khaguwa Was is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Baral, while the nearest airport is Indira Gandhi International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sikandrabad to Khaguwa Was is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bulandshahar to Khaguwa Was is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khaguwa Was
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khaguwa Was village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khaguwa Was
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khaguwa Was 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 Khaguwa Was
Where is Khaguwa Was located?
Khaguwa Was village is located in Sikandrabad Tehsil, Bulandshahr district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khaguwa Was?
Khaguwa Was is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khaguwa Was?
The pincode of Khaguwa Was is 203205.
What is the population of Khaguwa Was?
Khaguwa Was has a total population of 1,316, including 695 males and 621 females.
How many households are there in Khaguwa Was?
There are 233 households in Khaguwa Was.
What is the literacy rate in Khaguwa Was?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khaguwa Was is 67.02%. Male literacy is 77.84% and female literacy is 54.91%.