Yahiya Chet - Colonelganj, Gonda
Yahiya Chet is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Ahiyachet serves as the Gram Panchayat for Yahiya Chet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Yahiya Chet is 174771. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.75 hectares and falls under the 271503 pincode. Gonda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Yahiya Chet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Katra bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Yahiya Chet
As per Census 2011, Yahiya Chet village has a total population of 2,968 people, consisting of 1,569 males and 1,399 females. The village has 466 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 599 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,122 literate and 1,846 illiterate residents. Additionally, 246 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Yahiya Chet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,968 | 1,569 | 1,399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 316 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 136 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 1,122 | 707 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,846 | 862 | 984 |
Nearby Villages of Yahiya Chet
Yahiya Chet 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dharampur | West | 1.20 km |
| Pure Niddhi | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Kotiya Madara | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Mohan Tepra | North | 1.96 km |
| Sisaiya | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Chhapar Talla | West | 2.36 km |
| Bhagahariya Puremitai | South-West | 2.52 km |
| Dubaha Bazar | South | 2.65 km |
| Chanapur | West | 2.68 km |
| Newada Hasimpur | South | 2.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Yahiya Chet
Yahiya Chet is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bisheshwarganj, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gonda to Yahiya Chet is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Yahiya Chet is about 35 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 Yahiya Chet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Yahiya Chet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Yahiya Chet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Yahiya Chet 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Yahiya Chet
Where is Yahiya Chet located?
Yahiya Chet village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yahiya Chet?
The Gram Panchayat of Yahiya Chet is Ahiyachet.
What is the pincode of Yahiya Chet?
The pincode of Yahiya Chet is 271503.
What is the population of Yahiya Chet?
Yahiya Chet has a total population of 2,968, including 1,569 males and 1,399 females.
How many households are there in Yahiya Chet?
There are 466 households in Yahiya Chet.
What is the literacy rate in Yahiya Chet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Yahiya Chet is 37.80%. Male literacy is 45.06% and female literacy is 29.66%.