Banihar - Khaga, Fatehpur
Banihar is a village situated in the Khaga tehsil of Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khaga and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Fatehpur. Ahmadganj Tihar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banihar is 157496. The village covers a total geographical area of 73.51 hectares and falls under the 212653 pincode. Kishanpur is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Banihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khaga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Fatehpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Banihar
Banihar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tihar | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Ekdala | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Rari | East | 2.24 km |
| Maheshpur Mathetha | South-East | 2.49 km |
| Raghoupur Bangar | West | 3.56 km |
| Sarauli | North | 3.83 km |
| Tiharkapur | North-East | 4.08 km |
| Gadhawa | North-East | 4.18 km |
| Pahora | North-West | 4.51 km |
| Mahimapur | East | 4.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banihar
Public transport in the Banihar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Katoghan, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 57.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishanpur to Banihar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Fatehpur to Banihar is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banihar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banihar 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 Banihar
Where is Banihar located?
Banihar village is located in Khaga Tehsil, Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Banihar is Ahmadganj Tihar.
What is the pincode of Banihar?
The pincode of Banihar is 212653.