Khandaut - Sarila, Hamirpur
Khandaut is a village situated in the Sarila tehsil of Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sarila and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Hamirpur. Khandaut village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khandaut is 154016. The village covers a total geographical area of 2669.16 hectares and falls under the 210432 pincode. Rauth is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Khandaut village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khandaut
According to the 2011 Census, Khandaut village had a total population of 2,031 people, including 1,079 males and 952 females, living in 339 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.51%, with male literacy at 77.11% and female literacy at 45.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140.
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 | 2,031 | 1,079 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 340 | 166 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 67 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 704 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 974 | 375 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Khandaut
Khandaut 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharaupur | South-East | 2.40 km |
| Kyotara | North | 3.42 km |
| Tai | South-West | 3.53 km |
| Chirpura | North | 3.86 km |
| Maharajpur | South | 4.15 km |
| Himanpura | North-East | 4.25 km |
| Bangara | South | 4.44 km |
| Harsundi | North-West | 4.50 km |
| Jalalpur | East | 4.85 km |
| Basrehi | North | 5.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khandaut
Khandaut is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Usargaon, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rauth to Khandaut is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hamirpur to Khandaut is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khandaut
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khandaut village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khandaut
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khandaut village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khandaut
Where is Khandaut located?
Khandaut village is located in Sarila Tehsil, Hamirpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khandaut?
Khandaut is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khandaut?
The pincode of Khandaut is 210432.
What is the population of Khandaut?
Khandaut had a total population of 2,031, including 1,079 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Khandaut?
Khandaut had 339 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khandaut?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khandaut was 62.51%. Male literacy was 77.11% and female literacy was 45.37%.