Khirhitiya - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Khirhitiya is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Janikaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirhitiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirhitiya is 177693. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.95 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode. Siddharthnagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khirhitiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirhitiya
According to the 2011 Census, Khirhitiya village had a total population of 233 people, including 127 males and 106 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 835 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.11%, with male literacy at 69.61% and female literacy at 48.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 71 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 56 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Khirhitiya
Khirhitiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mudila Baksi | South-East | 0.82 km |
| Bhusealwa | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Bairihwa | North-West | 1.06 km |
| Harijot | East | 1.07 km |
| Kharikwa | West | 1.11 km |
| Mudliya | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Patila | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Baburaha | South | 1.71 km |
| Diuli | South | 1.71 km |
| Janikaura | South-West | 1.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khirhitiya
Khirhitiya 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 Trilokpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siddharthnagar to Khirhitiya is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Khirhitiya is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirhitiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirhitiya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khirhitiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirhitiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khirhitiya
Where is Khirhitiya located?
Khirhitiya village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khirhitiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirhitiya is Janikaura.
What is the pincode of Khirhitiya?
The pincode of Khirhitiya is 272192.
What is the population of Khirhitiya?
Khirhitiya had a total population of 233, including 127 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Khirhitiya?
Khirhitiya had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirhitiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirhitiya was 60.11%. Male literacy was 69.61% and female literacy was 48.15%.