Kethure - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Kethure is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Aurai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kethure village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kethure is 186723. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.21 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode.
Kethure 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 Kethure
As per Census 2011, Kethure village has a total population of 674 people, consisting of 341 males and 333 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 140 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kethure are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 674 | 341 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 223 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 303 | 118 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Kethure
Kethure 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 Kethure
Kethure is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Gorakhpur to Kethure 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 Kethure
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kethure village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kethure
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kethure village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kethure
Where is Kethure located?
Kethure village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kethure?
The Gram Panchayat of Kethure is Aurai.
What is the pincode of Kethure?
The pincode of Kethure is 273404.
What is the population of Kethure?
Kethure has a total population of 674, including 341 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Kethure?
There are 103 households in Kethure.
What is the literacy rate in Kethure?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kethure is 55.04%. Male literacy is 65.40% and female literacy is 44.44%.