Khajhawa - Gorakhpur
Khajhawa is a village situated in the Gorakhpur tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Gorakhpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajhawa is 185666. The village covers a total geographical area of 32.57 hectares and falls under the 273001 pincode. Piparaich is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Khajhawa is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Pipraich Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gorakhpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khajhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Khajhawa village had a total population of 1,020 people, including 520 males and 500 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.06%, with male literacy at 90.22% and female literacy at 59.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 1,020 | 520 | 500 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 406 | 259 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 114 | 241 |
Nearby Villages of Khajhawa
Khajhawa 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 Khajhawa
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Piparaich to Khajhawa is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Khajhawa is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Khajhawa
Where is Khajhawa located?
Khajhawa village is located in Gorakhpur Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Khajhawa?
The pincode of Khajhawa is 273001.
What is the population of Khajhawa?
Khajhawa had a total population of 1,020, including 520 males and 500 females.
How many households are there in Khajhawa?
Khajhawa had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khajhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajhawa was 75.06%. Male literacy was 90.22% and female literacy was 59.40%.