Kharowha - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Kharowha is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Unowla Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kharowha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharowha is 186913. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.1 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode.
Kharowha 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 Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharowha
According to the 2011 Census, Kharowha village had a total population of 621 people, including 298 males and 323 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 1,084 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.08%, with male literacy at 90.09% and female literacy at 58.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44.
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 | 621 | 298 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 361 | 209 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 89 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Kharowha
Kharowha 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 Kharowha
Kharowha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 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 Kharowha is about 27 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 Kharowha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharowha 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 Kharowha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharowha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kharowha
Where is Kharowha located?
Kharowha village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kharowha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kharowha is Unowla Khas.
What is the pincode of Kharowha?
The pincode of Kharowha is 273212.
What is the population of Kharowha?
Kharowha had a total population of 621, including 298 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Kharowha?
Kharowha had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kharowha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharowha was 73.08%. Male literacy was 90.09% and female literacy was 58.02%.