Ghiyaha - Phulpur, Azamgarh
Ghiyaha is a village situated in the Phulpur tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulpur and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Shekhwaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghiyaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghiyaha is 194956. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.68 hectares and falls under the 276288 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Ghiyaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phoolpur pawai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghiyaha
As per Census 2011, Ghiyaha village has a total population of 978 people, consisting of 470 males and 508 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 535 literate and 443 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghiyaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 978 | 470 | 508 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 88 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 317 | 366 |
| Literate Population | 535 | 300 | 235 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 170 | 273 |
Nearby Villages of Ghiyaha
Ghiyaha 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 Ghiyaha
Ghiyaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Ghiyaha.
| 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Azamgarh to Ghiyaha is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Ghiyaha is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghiyaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghiyaha 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 Ghiyaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghiyaha 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghiyaha
Where is Ghiyaha located?
Ghiyaha village is located in Phulpur Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghiyaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghiyaha is Shekhwaliya.
What is the pincode of Ghiyaha?
The pincode of Ghiyaha is 276288.
What is the population of Ghiyaha?
Ghiyaha has a total population of 978, including 470 males and 508 females.
How many households are there in Ghiyaha?
There are 178 households in Ghiyaha.
What is the literacy rate in Ghiyaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghiyaha is 54.70%. Male literacy is 63.83% and female literacy is 46.26%.