Auji - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Auji is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Auji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Auji is 186959. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.98 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode.
Auji village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Auji
As per Census 2011, Auji village has a total population of 1,635 people, consisting of 821 males and 814 females. The village has 297 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 819 literate and 816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,466 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Auji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,635 | 821 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 142 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,466 | 731 | 735 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 819 | 521 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 300 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Auji
Auji 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 Auji
Auji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Auji is about 29 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 Auji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Auji 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Auji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Auji 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 Auji
Where is Auji located?
Auji village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Auji?
Auji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Auji?
The pincode of Auji is 273213.
What is the population of Auji?
Auji has a total population of 1,635, including 821 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Auji?
There are 297 households in Auji.
What is the literacy rate in Auji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Auji is 50.09%. Male literacy is 63.46% and female literacy is 36.61%.