Visara - Gabhana, Aligarh
Visara is a village situated in the Gabhana tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gabhana and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Visara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visara is 121912. The village covers a total geographical area of 749.15 hectares and falls under the 202138 pincode. Khair is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Visara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Visara
As per Census 2011, Visara village has a total population of 4,314 people, consisting of 2,319 males and 1,995 females. The village has 728 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 607 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,754 literate and 1,560 illiterate residents. Additionally, 465 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Visara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,314 | 2,319 | 1,995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 607 | 337 | 270 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 239 | 226 |
| Literate Population | 2,754 | 1,740 | 1,014 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,560 | 579 | 981 |
Nearby Villages of Visara
Visara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Thanpur Khanpur | North-East | 1.92 km |
| Kiratpur | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Aramgarhi | East | 2.96 km |
| Anjana | North-West | 2.96 km |
| Bamoti | South | 3.00 km |
| Barka | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Hisail | North-East | 3.44 km |
| Jamanka | West | 3.51 km |
| Udaipur | East | 3.52 km |
| Gangai | North-West | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visara
Visara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Somna, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 79.7 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khair to Visara is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aligarh to Visara is about 35 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 Visara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Visara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visara 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 Visara
Where is Visara located?
Visara village is located in Gabhana Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Visara?
Visara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visara?
The pincode of Visara is 202138.
What is the population of Visara?
Visara has a total population of 4,314, including 2,319 males and 1,995 females.
How many households are there in Visara?
There are 728 households in Visara.
What is the literacy rate in Visara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visara is 63.84%. Male literacy is 75.03% and female literacy is 50.83%.