Khirsar - Salempur, Deoria
Khirsar is a village situated in the Salempur tehsil of Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Salempur and around 16 km from the district headquarters in Deoria. Surahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirsar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirsar is 191097. The village covers a total geographical area of 85.98 hectares and falls under the 274182 pincode. Deoria is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Khirsar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur karkhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirsar
As per Census 2011, Khirsar village has a total population of 1,294 people, consisting of 681 males and 613 females. The village has 189 households and a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males. There are 216 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 762 literate and 532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirsar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,294 | 681 | 613 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 216 | 123 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 180 | 154 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 762 | 478 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 532 | 203 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Khirsar
Khirsar 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 Khirsar
Khirsar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khirsar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Deoria to Khirsar is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirsar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirsar 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 Khirsar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirsar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khirsar
Where is Khirsar located?
Khirsar village is located in Salempur Tehsil, Deoria district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirsar?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirsar is Surahan.
What is the pincode of Khirsar?
The pincode of Khirsar is 274182.
What is the population of Khirsar?
Khirsar has a total population of 1,294, including 681 males and 613 females.
How many households are there in Khirsar?
There are 189 households in Khirsar.
What is the literacy rate in Khirsar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirsar is 58.89%. Male literacy is 70.19% and female literacy is 46.33%.