Chiragahana - Harraiya, Basti
Chiragahana is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Madna Majha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiragahana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiragahana is 179982. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.91 hectares and falls under the 272131 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chiragahana 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 Harraiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiragahana
According to the 2011 Census, Chiragahana village had a total population of 42 people, including 24 males and 18 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.00%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Chiragahana
Chiragahana 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 Chiragahana
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chiragahana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Chiragahana is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Chiragahana 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 Chiragahana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiragahana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chiragahana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiragahana 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chiragahana
Where is Chiragahana located?
Chiragahana village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chiragahana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiragahana is Madna Majha.
What is the pincode of Chiragahana?
The pincode of Chiragahana is 272131.
What is the population of Chiragahana?
Chiragahana had a total population of 42, including 24 males and 18 females.
How many households are there in Chiragahana?
Chiragahana had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiragahana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiragahana was 44.00%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.