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
According to the 2011 Census, Kethure village had a total population of 674 people, including 341 males and 333 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.78%, with male literacy at 79.08% and female literacy at 52.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 674 | 341 | 333 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 674, including 341 males and 333 females.
How many households are there in Kethure?
Kethure had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kethure?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kethure was 65.78%. Male literacy was 79.08% and female literacy was 52.48%.