Ahiai - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Ahiai is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 13 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Bhorampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahiai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahiai is 195811. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.99 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ahiai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ahiai
According to the 2011 Census, Ahiai village had a total population of 972 people, including 423 males and 549 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 1,298 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.01%, with male literacy at 74.93% and female literacy at 52.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 104.
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 | 972 | 423 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 88 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 46 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 493 | 251 | 242 |
| Illiterate Population | 479 | 172 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Ahiai
Ahiai 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 Ahiai
Public transport in the Ahiai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Ahiai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Ahiai is about 13 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahiai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahiai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ahiai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahiai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ahiai
Where is Ahiai located?
Ahiai village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahiai?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahiai is Bhorampur.
What is the pincode of Ahiai?
The pincode of Ahiai is 276204.
What is the population of Ahiai?
Ahiai had a total population of 972, including 423 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Ahiai?
Ahiai had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahiai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahiai was 62.01%. Male literacy was 74.93% and female literacy was 52.61%.