Kuei - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Kuei is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Babhanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuei is 187287. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.92 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode. Sikariganj is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Kuei 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 Kuei
According to the 2011 Census, Kuei village had a total population of 987 people, including 488 males and 499 females, living in 141 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.31%, with male literacy at 89.83% and female literacy at 70.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 176.
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 | 987 | 488 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 95 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 665 | 371 | 294 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 117 | 205 |
Nearby Villages of Kuei
Kuei 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 Kuei
Kuei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikariganj to Kuei is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Kuei is about 38 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 Kuei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuei 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kuei
Where is Kuei located?
Kuei village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuei?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuei is Babhanpura.
What is the pincode of Kuei?
The pincode of Kuei is 273213.
What is the population of Kuei?
Kuei had a total population of 987, including 488 males and 499 females.
How many households are there in Kuei?
Kuei had 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuei was 80.31%. Male literacy was 89.83% and female literacy was 70.84%.