Khakhra - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Khakhra is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Khakhara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khakhra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khakhra is 177744. The village covers a total geographical area of 94.67 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Khakhra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shohratgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khakhra
According to the 2011 Census, Khakhra village had a total population of 605 people, including 292 males and 313 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.12%, with male literacy at 38.96% and female literacy at 31.62%.
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 | 605 | 292 | 313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 121 | 61 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 202 | 233 |
Nearby Villages of Khakhra
Khakhra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khakhra
Khakhra 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 located within >10 km of Khakhra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Siddharthnagar to Khakhra is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Khakhra is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khakhra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khakhra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khakhra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khakhra 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khakhra
Where is Khakhra located?
Khakhra village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khakhra?
The Gram Panchayat of Khakhra is Khakhara.
What is the pincode of Khakhra?
The pincode of Khakhra is 272192.
What is the population of Khakhra?
Khakhra had a total population of 605, including 292 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Khakhra?
Khakhra had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khakhra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khakhra was 35.12%. Male literacy was 38.96% and female literacy was 31.62%.