Shekhan Khurd - Ballia
Shekhan Khurd is a village situated in the Ballia tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from Ballia, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Araji Mutawakhipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shekhan Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhan Khurd is 198669. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.56 hectares and falls under the 277302 pincode. Ballia is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Shekhan Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phephana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ballia Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Shekhan Khurd
Shekhan Khurd 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jeetpur | East | 0.79 km |
| Asan | South-West | 0.84 km |
| Kurthia | South-East | 1.24 km |
| Kachabachia Khurd | North | 1.28 km |
| Soharai | North | 1.59 km |
| Hridaypur | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Karmmar Taluka Majhos | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Satanpur | North | 1.76 km |
| Pet Pokhari | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Parasia Khurd | West | 1.83 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shekhan Khurd
The nearest railway station is Jigni Khas, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballia to Shekhan Khurd is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Shekhan Khurd
Where is Shekhan Khurd located?
Shekhan Khurd village is located in Ballia Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhan Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Shekhan Khurd is Araji Mutawakhipur.
What is the pincode of Shekhan Khurd?
The pincode of Shekhan Khurd is 277302.