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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Khesia village had a total population of 8,032 people, including 4,091 males and 3,941 females, living in 1,308 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.48%, with male literacy at 77.96% and female literacy at 46.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,065, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 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 had a total population of 8,032, including 4,091 males and 3,941 females.
How many households are there in Khesia?
Khesia had 1,308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khesia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khesia was 62.48%. Male literacy was 77.96% and female literacy was 46.75%.