Kuwa Khurd - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Kuwa Khurd is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Kua N Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kuwa Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuwa Khurd is 186914. The village covers a total geographical area of 78.02 hectares and falls under the 273404 pincode.
Kuwa Khurd 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 Kuwa Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Kuwa Khurd village had a total population of 950 people, including 502 males and 448 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.28%, with male literacy at 73.81% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 214.
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 | 950 | 502 | 448 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 59 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 110 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 495 | 327 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 175 | 280 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwa Khurd
Kuwa Khurd 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 Kuwa Khurd
Kuwa Khurd 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 Gorakhpur to Kuwa Khurd is about 32 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 Kuwa Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuwa Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kuwa Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuwa Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kuwa Khurd
Where is Kuwa Khurd located?
Kuwa Khurd village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kuwa Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Kuwa Khurd is Kua N Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Kuwa Khurd?
The pincode of Kuwa Khurd is 273404.
What is the population of Kuwa Khurd?
Kuwa Khurd had a total population of 950, including 502 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Kuwa Khurd?
Kuwa Khurd had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwa Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuwa Khurd was 59.28%. Male literacy was 73.81% and female literacy was 42.86%.