Khudura - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Khudura is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Khudura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khudura is 189727. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.24 hectares and falls under the 274409 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Khudura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tamkuhi raj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khudura
As per Census 2011, Khudura village has a total population of 1,617 people, consisting of 838 males and 779 females. The village has 235 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 203 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,028 literate and 589 illiterate residents. Additionally, 306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khudura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,617 | 838 | 779 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 104 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 159 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,028 | 612 | 416 |
| Illiterate Population | 589 | 226 | 363 |
Nearby Villages of Khudura
Khudura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhapara Ahirauli | West | 1.16 km |
| Saraya Khurd | West | 1.19 km |
| Kotwa Gulabrai | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Latwa Jit | North-West | 1.54 km |
| Basdila Buzurg | North-East | 1.59 km |
| Sukhdew Patti | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Latwa Muralidhar | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Math Hankar | South | 1.74 km |
| Arazipur | South-West | 1.86 km |
| Rampur Raja | West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khudura
Khudura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tariasujan, while the nearest airport is Raxaul Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kushinagar to Khudura is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Khudura is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khudura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khudura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khudura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khudura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khudura
Where is Khudura located?
Khudura village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khudura?
Khudura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khudura?
The pincode of Khudura is 274409.
What is the population of Khudura?
Khudura has a total population of 1,617, including 838 males and 779 females.
How many households are there in Khudura?
There are 235 households in Khudura.
What is the literacy rate in Khudura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khudura is 63.57%. Male literacy is 73.03% and female literacy is 53.40%.