Kol - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Kol is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Bhaisa Bazar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kol is 186924. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.59 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode.
Kol 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.
Nearby Villages of Kol
Kol is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jigina Tiwari | North | 0.47 km |
| Dhodai | South-East | 0.62 km |
| Dadoora | South-West | 0.69 km |
| Binku Bhainsa | North-East | 0.79 km |
| Bhatiyaree | North-West | 0.83 km |
| Babhan Bhainsa | East | 1.08 km |
| Masediya | South-West | 1.11 km |
| Nagwa | South | 1.37 km |
| Bhaisanathu | East | 1.50 km |
| Mathbiharidas | South | 1.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kol
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kol. The nearest railway station is Sahjanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Kol is about 28 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 Kol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kol 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kol
Where is Kol located?
Kol village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kol?
The Gram Panchayat of Kol is Bhaisa Bazar.
What is the pincode of Kol?
The pincode of Kol is 273404.