Kiriharapur - Belthara Road, Ballia
Kiriharapur is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Kiriharapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiriharapur is 197771. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.5 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode.
Kiriharapur 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 Belthara Road Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Salempur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiriharapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kiriharapur village had a total population of 1,951 people, including 1,018 males and 933 females, living in 289 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.22%, with male literacy at 88.60% and female literacy at 66.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 432.
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 | 1,951 | 1,018 | 933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 106 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 222 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,343 | 808 | 535 |
| Illiterate Population | 608 | 210 | 398 |
Nearby Villages of Kiriharapur
Kiriharapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ratanpur | South-East | 0.88 km |
| Jajauli | East | 1.28 km |
| Satuhari | North | 1.38 km |
| Shahpur Titiha | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Bhitaha Gopalpur | North | 1.97 km |
| Hasanpur | East | 2.11 km |
| Kushha Brahman | South | 2.14 km |
| Sodhanpur | North-East | 2.23 km |
| Awarai Kala | South-West | 2.24 km |
| Harpur | East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kiriharapur
Kiriharapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kirihrapur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ballia to Kiriharapur is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiriharapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiriharapur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kiriharapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiriharapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kiriharapur
Where is Kiriharapur located?
Kiriharapur village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kiriharapur?
Kiriharapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kiriharapur?
The pincode of Kiriharapur is 221716.
What is the population of Kiriharapur?
Kiriharapur had a total population of 1,951, including 1,018 males and 933 females.
How many households are there in Kiriharapur?
Kiriharapur had 289 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiriharapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiriharapur was 78.22%. Male literacy was 88.60% and female literacy was 66.46%.