Khar Khora - Pharenda, Mahrajganj
Khar Khora is a village situated in the Pharenda tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pharenda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Kharkhora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khar Khora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khar Khora is 184195. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.06 hectares and falls under the 273157 pincode.
Khar Khora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khar Khora
According to the 2011 Census, Khar Khora village had a total population of 1,447 people, including 730 males and 717 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.59%, with male literacy at 70.32% and female literacy at 48.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 31.
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 | 1,447 | 730 | 717 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 127 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 55 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 705 | 424 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 742 | 306 | 436 |
Nearby Villages of Khar Khora
Khar Khora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kharkhori | North-East | 0.91 km |
| Laukaha | West | 1.18 km |
| Navadih Khurd | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Laukahi | South | 1.48 km |
| Rajpur Buzurg | North | 1.57 km |
| Dharaichi | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Belawa | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Deurawa | West | 2.08 km |
| Dhusawa Khurd | East | 2.10 km |
| Lotan | North | 2.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khar Khora
Khar Khora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bridgemanganj, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahrajganj to Khar Khora is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khar Khora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khar Khora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Khar Khora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khar Khora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khar Khora
Where is Khar Khora located?
Khar Khora village is located in Pharenda Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khar Khora?
The Gram Panchayat of Khar Khora is Kharkhora.
What is the pincode of Khar Khora?
The pincode of Khar Khora is 273157.
What is the population of Khar Khora?
Khar Khora had a total population of 1,447, including 730 males and 717 females.
How many households are there in Khar Khora?
Khar Khora had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khar Khora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khar Khora was 59.59%. Male literacy was 70.32% and female literacy was 48.45%.