Khoonta - Bindki, Fatehpur
Khoonta is a village situated in the Bindki tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bindki and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Khoonta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khoonta is 156474. The village covers a total geographical area of 1212.04 hectares and falls under the 212635 pincode. Bindki is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khoonta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Binkdi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khoonta
According to the 2011 Census, Khoonta village had a total population of 5,315 people, including 2,865 males and 2,450 females, living in 950 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.89%, with male literacy at 60.53% and female literacy at 44.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 727.
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 | 5,315 | 2,865 | 2,450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 830 | 466 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 406 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,372 | 1,452 | 920 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,943 | 1,413 | 1,530 |
Nearby Villages of Khoonta
Khoonta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Alamganj | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Pipouri | North | 2.21 km |
| Mampur | East | 2.64 km |
| Bhikhanpur | South | 3.05 km |
| Tenduli Lakhnipur | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Gari | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Pratap Pur | East | 3.63 km |
| Jigni | East | 3.64 km |
| Gobha | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Kansa Khera | North | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khoonta
Khoonta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kanspur Gugauli, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bindki to Khoonta is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Khoonta is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khoonta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khoonta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khoonta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khoonta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khoonta
Where is Khoonta located?
Khoonta village is located in Bindki Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khoonta?
Khoonta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khoonta?
The pincode of Khoonta is 212635.
What is the population of Khoonta?
Khoonta had a total population of 5,315, including 2,865 males and 2,450 females.
How many households are there in Khoonta?
Khoonta had 950 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khoonta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khoonta was 52.89%. Male literacy was 60.53% and female literacy was 44.10%.