Khardeur - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Khardeur is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Khardeur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khardeur is 213245. The village covers a total geographical area of 688.49 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Khardeur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Khardeur
According to the 2011 Census, Khardeur village had a total population of 1,261 people, including 647 males and 614 females, living in 202 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.51%, with male literacy at 71.22% and female literacy at 57.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 625.
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 | 1,261 | 647 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 91 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 321 | 304 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 689 | 396 | 293 |
| Illiterate Population | 572 | 251 | 321 |
Nearby Villages of Khardeur
Khardeur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Musha | South-East | 1.22 km |
| Beerkhurd | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Sonabarsa | South | 1.67 km |
| Dhedhi | North | 1.82 km |
| Dumaribharaulia | North-East | 1.85 km |
| Dorihar | East | 2.14 km |
| Kon | North-West | 2.36 km |
| Mohani | West | 2.48 km |
| Dharsara | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Satdwari | South | 2.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khardeur
Khardeur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Khardeur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sonbhadra to Khardeur is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khardeur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khardeur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khardeur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khardeur 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Khardeur
Where is Khardeur located?
Khardeur village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khardeur?
Khardeur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khardeur?
The pincode of Khardeur is 231210.
What is the population of Khardeur?
Khardeur had a total population of 1,261, including 647 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Khardeur?
Khardeur had 202 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khardeur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardeur was 64.51%. Male literacy was 71.22% and female literacy was 57.23%.