Khajaraul - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Khajaraul is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Khajuraul serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khajaraul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khajaraul is 213159. The village covers a total geographical area of 283 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Khajaraul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khajaraul
As per Census 2011, Khajaraul village has a total population of 1,174 people, consisting of 602 males and 572 females. The village has 217 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 487 literate and 687 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khajaraul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,174 | 602 | 572 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 122 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 236 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 487 | 297 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 687 | 305 | 382 |
Nearby Villages of Khajaraul
Khajaraul 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 Khajaraul
Khajaraul is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonbhadra to Khajaraul is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Khajaraul is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khajaraul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khajaraul 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 Khajaraul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khajaraul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khajaraul
Where is Khajaraul located?
Khajaraul village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khajaraul?
The Gram Panchayat of Khajaraul is Khajuraul.
What is the pincode of Khajaraul?
The pincode of Khajaraul is 231210.
What is the population of Khajaraul?
Khajaraul has a total population of 1,174, including 602 males and 572 females.
How many households are there in Khajaraul?
There are 217 households in Khajaraul.
What is the literacy rate in Khajaraul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khajaraul is 41.48%. Male literacy is 49.34% and female literacy is 33.22%.