Khesia - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Khesia is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padrauna and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Khesia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khesia is 188520. The village covers a total geographical area of 628.98 hectares and falls under the 274309 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Khesia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khesia
As per Census 2011, Khesia village has a total population of 8,032 people, consisting of 4,091 males and 3,941 females. The village has 1,308 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,390 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,150 literate and 3,882 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,065 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 251 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khesia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,032 | 4,091 | 3,941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,390 | 743 | 647 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,065 | 539 | 526 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 127 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 4,150 | 2,610 | 1,540 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,882 | 1,481 | 2,401 |
Nearby Villages of Khesia
Khesia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nand Lal Chhapra | South-East | 1.31 km |
| Mathia Lal Bihari | North-West | 1.60 km |
| Badwa Chhapra | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Dumari | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Kurmaul Urf Sohanpur | South-East | 2.24 km |
| Sonwal | East | 2.41 km |
| Jungle Naharchhapra | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Mahulania | North | 2.73 km |
| Kodauna | West | 2.85 km |
| Betia | North-East | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khesia
Khesia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Padrauna, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Khesia is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khesia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khesia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Khesia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khesia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Khesia
Where is Khesia located?
Khesia village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khesia?
Khesia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khesia?
The pincode of Khesia is 274309.
What is the population of Khesia?
Khesia has a total population of 8,032, including 4,091 males and 3,941 females.
How many households are there in Khesia?
There are 1,308 households in Khesia.
What is the literacy rate in Khesia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khesia is 51.67%. Male literacy is 63.80% and female literacy is 39.08%.