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 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 Kharowha
As per Census 2011, Kharowha village has a total population of 621 people, consisting of 298 males and 323 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 127 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 361 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharowha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 621 | 298 | 323 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 66 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| 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 has a total population of 621, including 298 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Kharowha?
There are 78 households in Kharowha.
What is the literacy rate in Kharowha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharowha is 58.13%. Male literacy is 70.13% and female literacy is 47.06%.