Khakhra - Jakhania, Ghazipur
Khakhra is a village situated in the Jakhania tehsil of Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakhanian and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Ghazipur. Bakhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khakhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhra is 203729. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.92 hectares and falls under the 233305 pincode.
Khakhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jakhanian Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ghazipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakhra
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhra village had a total population of 929 people, including 472 males and 457 females, living in 125 households. The sex ratio was 968 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.89%, with male literacy at 80.15% and female literacy at 63.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 447.
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 | 929 | 472 | 457 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 150 | 84 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 447 | 230 | 217 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 560 | 311 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 369 | 161 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhra
Khakhra 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 Khakhra
Khakhra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Khakhra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ghazipur to Khakhra is about 30 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 Khakhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhra 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 Khakhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhra 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 Khakhra
Where is Khakhra located?
Khakhra village is located in Jakhania Tehsil, Ghazipur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khakhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khakhra is Bakhara.
What is the pincode of Khakhra?
The pincode of Khakhra is 233305.
What is the population of Khakhra?
Khakhra had a total population of 929, including 472 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Khakhra?
Khakhra had 125 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhra was 71.89%. Male literacy was 80.15% and female literacy was 63.68%.