Khatkharia - Marihan, Mirzapur
Khatkharia is a village situated in the Marihan tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Marihan and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Khatkhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khatkharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khatkharia is 212316. The village covers a total geographical area of 849 hectares and falls under the 231309 pincode. Mirzapur is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Khatkharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khatkharia
As per Census 2011, Khatkharia village has a total population of 2,037 people, consisting of 1,062 males and 975 females. The village has 354 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 1,025 illiterate residents. Additionally, 497 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khatkharia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,037 | 1,062 | 975 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 196 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 497 | 253 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 599 | 413 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,025 | 463 | 562 |
Nearby Villages of Khatkharia
Khatkharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Semara Baraho | West | 1.29 km |
| Khora Deeh | East | 2.41 km |
| Nikarika | West | 3.36 km |
| Talar | South-East | 4.66 km |
| Purainia | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Niviya | South | 4.92 km |
| Piparwar | South-West | 4.94 km |
| Chit Bishram | South-East | 5.19 km |
| Chaukhara | West | 5.29 km |
| Rampur Baraho | South | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khatkharia
Khatkharia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mirzapur to Khatkharia is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khatkharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khatkharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khatkharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khatkharia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khatkharia
Where is Khatkharia located?
Khatkharia village is located in Marihan Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khatkharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Khatkharia is Khatkhariya.
What is the pincode of Khatkharia?
The pincode of Khatkharia is 231309.
What is the population of Khatkharia?
Khatkharia has a total population of 2,037, including 1,062 males and 975 females.
How many households are there in Khatkharia?
There are 354 households in Khatkharia.
What is the literacy rate in Khatkharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khatkharia is 49.68%. Male literacy is 56.40% and female literacy is 42.36%.