Khojhva - Handia, Prayagraj
Khojhva is a village situated in the Handia tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from Handia and around 55 km from Allahabad. Banpurava Paratipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khojhva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khojhva is 162789. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.83 hectares and falls under the 221502 pincode. Handia is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khojhva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Handia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadohi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Khojhva
Khojhva 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dubepur | South-East | 0.60 km |
| Jagadishpur | West | 0.96 km |
| Bibipur | North-East | 1.03 km |
| Kharagpur | East | 1.15 km |
| Khuram Sahapur | North | 1.27 km |
| Paretipur | South-West | 1.37 km |
| Bag Krishna | South | 1.71 km |
| Mahajana | East | 1.72 km |
| Bansi Patti | South-East | 1.88 km |
| Khiji Raha | North-East | 2.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khojhva
Khojhva is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sarai Kansrai, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handia to Khojhva is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Khojhva is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khojhva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khojhva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khojhva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khojhva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khojhva
Where is Khojhva located?
Khojhva village is located in Handia Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khojhva?
The Gram Panchayat of Khojhva is Banpurava Paratipur.
What is the pincode of Khojhva?
The pincode of Khojhva is 221502.