Khadava Chirai - Harraiya, Basti
Khadava Chirai is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Thakurpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khadava Chirai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khadava Chirai is 179121. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.25 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode.
Khadava Chirai 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 Khadava Chirai
According to the 2011 Census, Khadava Chirai village had a total population of 483 people, including 233 males and 250 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,073 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.99%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 63.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
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 | 483 | 233 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 41 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 152 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 81 | 123 |
Nearby Villages of Khadava Chirai
Khadava Chirai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Soraha | North-West | 0.56 km |
| Thakurpur | South | 0.91 km |
| Padari Babu | East | 0.93 km |
| Moiyapur | North | 0.94 km |
| Sukrauli Kunwar | North-West | 1.17 km |
| Nagpur Kunwar | West | 1.51 km |
| Harnahwa | South | 1.59 km |
| Khanwa Kunwar | North-East | 1.61 km |
| Barahpur Kaji | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Bhojpur | North-West | 1.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khadava Chirai
Khadava Chirai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maskanwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 94.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Khadava Chirai is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khadava Chirai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khadava Chirai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khadava Chirai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khadava Chirai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Khadava Chirai
Where is Khadava Chirai located?
Khadava Chirai village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khadava Chirai?
The Gram Panchayat of Khadava Chirai is Thakurpur.
What is the pincode of Khadava Chirai?
The pincode of Khadava Chirai is 272130.
What is the population of Khadava Chirai?
Khadava Chirai had a total population of 483, including 233 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Khadava Chirai?
Khadava Chirai had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khadava Chirai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khadava Chirai was 70.99%. Male literacy was 79.17% and female literacy was 63.18%.