Ahirauli - Harraiya, Basti
Ahirauli is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Ahirauli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahirauli is 179094. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.78 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Basti is the nearest town.
Ahirauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ahirauli
According to the 2011 Census, Ahirauli village had a total population of 495 people, including 255 males and 240 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.54%, with male literacy at 70.75% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59.
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 | 495 | 255 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 150 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 105 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Ahirauli
Ahirauli 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 Ahirauli
Ahirauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Basti to Ahirauli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ahirauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahirauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Ahirauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahirauli 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ahirauli
Where is Ahirauli located?
Ahirauli village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahirauli?
Ahirauli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ahirauli?
The pincode of Ahirauli is 272130.
What is the population of Ahirauli?
Ahirauli had a total population of 495, including 255 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Ahirauli?
Ahirauli had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahirauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahirauli was 67.54%. Male literacy was 70.75% and female literacy was 64.29%.