Kisunpur - Harraiya, Basti
Kisunpur is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Kisunpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kisunpur is 179238. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.33 hectares and falls under the 272130 pincode. Babhnan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kisunpur 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 Kisunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kisunpur village had a total population of 790 people, including 389 males and 401 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,031 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.46%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 55.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 309.
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 | 790 | 389 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 53 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 309 | 150 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 415 | 240 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 375 | 149 | 226 |
Nearby Villages of Kisunpur
Kisunpur 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 Kisunpur
Kisunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kisunpur.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Babhnan to Kisunpur is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Basti to Kisunpur is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kisunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kisunpur 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kisunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kisunpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kisunpur
Where is Kisunpur located?
Kisunpur village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kisunpur?
Kisunpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kisunpur?
The pincode of Kisunpur is 272130.
What is the population of Kisunpur?
Kisunpur had a total population of 790, including 389 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Kisunpur?
Kisunpur had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kisunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kisunpur was 63.46%. Male literacy was 71.43% and female literacy was 55.03%.