Khijirpur - Mariahu, Jaunpur
Khijirpur is a village situated in the Mariahu tehsil of Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mariahu and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Jaunpur. Jogapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khijirpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khijirpur is 202427. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.46 hectares and falls under the 222161 pincode. Jaunpur is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Khijirpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mariyahu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Machhlishahr Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khijirpur
According to the 2011 Census, Khijirpur village had a total population of 200 people, including 100 males and 100 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 200 | 100 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 63 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 37 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Khijirpur
Khijirpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarai Khurd | South-West | 0.46 km |
| Dilawarpur | South | 0.64 km |
| Jogapur | North-West | 0.81 km |
| Jagdishpur | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Chak Saidipur | North | 0.86 km |
| Chak Sadho | North-East | 0.93 km |
| Jamin Jangi | South | 1.12 km |
| Mukundpur | East | 1.14 km |
| Gobardhanpur | North-East | 1.32 km |
| Soitha | North | 1.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khijirpur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Khijirpur. The nearest railway station is Shudnipur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaunpur to Khijirpur is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jaunpur to Khijirpur is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khijirpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khijirpur 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 Khijirpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khijirpur 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khijirpur
Where is Khijirpur located?
Khijirpur village is located in Mariahu Tehsil, Jaunpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khijirpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Khijirpur is Jogapur.
What is the pincode of Khijirpur?
The pincode of Khijirpur is 222161.
What is the population of Khijirpur?
Khijirpur had a total population of 200, including 100 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Khijirpur?
Khijirpur had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khijirpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khijirpur was 70.37%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 60.00%.