Airea - Mahasi, Bahraich
Airea is a village situated in the Mahasi tehsil of Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahsi and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Bahraich. Airea village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airea is 171730. The village covers a total geographical area of 325.59 hectares and falls under the 271851 pincode. Bahraich is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Airea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahsi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bahraich Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Airea
According to the 2011 Census, Airea village had a total population of 2,327 people, including 1,190 males and 1,137 females, living in 405 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.15%, with male literacy at 56.68% and female literacy at 36.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 306.
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 | 2,327 | 1,190 | 1,137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 448 | 209 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 161 | 145 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 556 | 330 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,441 | 634 | 807 |
Nearby Villages of Airea
Airea 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Faethpurwa | West | 1.46 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North | 1.87 km |
| Kolaila | South-West | 2.04 km |
| Babhnauti Sankarpur | South | 2.13 km |
| Gauriya | South | 2.15 km |
| Baikuntha | East | 2.22 km |
| Gadamar Khurd | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Karehana | West | 2.31 km |
| Mathaura | North-East | 2.49 km |
| Pipra | South-West | 3.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Airea
Public transport in the Airea is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bahraich, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahraich to Airea is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Airea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airea village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Airea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airea 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Airea
Where is Airea located?
Airea village is located in Mahasi Tehsil, Bahraich district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Airea?
Airea is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Airea?
The pincode of Airea is 271851.
What is the population of Airea?
Airea had a total population of 2,327, including 1,190 males and 1,137 females.
How many households are there in Airea?
Airea had 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Airea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airea was 47.15%. Male literacy was 56.68% and female literacy was 36.75%.