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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khardeur
As per Census 2011, Khardeur village has a total population of 1,261 people, consisting of 647 males and 614 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 689 literate and 572 illiterate residents. Additionally, 625 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khardeur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,261 | 647 | 614 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 91 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 625 | 321 | 304 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,261, including 647 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Khardeur?
There are 202 households in Khardeur.
What is the literacy rate in Khardeur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khardeur is 54.64%. Male literacy is 61.21% and female literacy is 47.72%.