Kuchehra - Belthara Road, Ballia
Kuchehra is a village situated in the Belthara Road tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belthara Road and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Kuchehra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuchehra is 197736. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.99 hectares and falls under the 221716 pincode. Belthara Road is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kuchehra 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 Kuchehra
According to the 2011 Census, Kuchehra village had a total population of 798 people, including 384 males and 414 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,078 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.61%, with male literacy at 85.42% and female literacy at 62.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 285, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 26.
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 | 798 | 384 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 48 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 285 | 130 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 287 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 97 | 199 |
Nearby Villages of Kuchehra
Kuchehra 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 Kuchehra
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kuchehra. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kuchehra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Belthara Road to Kuchehra is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Kuchehra 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 Kuchehra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuchehra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kuchehra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuchehra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kuchehra
Where is Kuchehra located?
Kuchehra village is located in Belthara Road Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuchehra?
Kuchehra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuchehra?
The pincode of Kuchehra is 221716.
What is the population of Kuchehra?
Kuchehra had a total population of 798, including 384 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Kuchehra?
Kuchehra had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuchehra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuchehra was 73.61%. Male literacy was 85.42% and female literacy was 62.14%.