Itahiya - Harraiya, Basti
Itahiya 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 15 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Itahiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Itahiya is 179415. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.71 hectares and falls under the 272163 pincode. Basti is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Itahiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Itahiya
According to the 2011 Census, Itahiya village had a total population of 572 people, including 310 males and 262 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.95%, with male literacy at 85.77% and female literacy at 62.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 232.
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 | 572 | 310 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 57 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 127 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 217 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 93 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Itahiya
Itahiya 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 Itahiya
Itahiya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Itahiya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Basti to Itahiya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Itahiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Itahiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Itahiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Itahiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Itahiya
Where is Itahiya located?
Itahiya village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Itahiya?
Itahiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Itahiya?
The pincode of Itahiya is 272163.
What is the population of Itahiya?
Itahiya had a total population of 572, including 310 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Itahiya?
Itahiya had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Itahiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Itahiya was 74.95%. Male literacy was 85.77% and female literacy was 62.61%.