Ahirauli - Bansgaon, Gorakhpur
Ahirauli is a village situated in the Bansgaon tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bansgaon and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Harpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ahirauli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ahirauli is 186445. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.7 hectares and falls under the 273403 pincode. Basgaon is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Ahirauli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bansgaon Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Ahirauli
According to the 2011 Census, Ahirauli village had a total population of 717 people, including 342 males and 375 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,096 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.56%, with male literacy at 86.62% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 394.
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 | 717 | 342 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 43 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 394 | 201 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 259 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 83 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Ahirauli
Ahirauli 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 Ahirauli
Ahirauli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Basgaon to Ahirauli is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Ahirauli is about 34 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 Ahirauli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ahirauli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ahirauli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ahirauli 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ahirauli
Where is Ahirauli located?
Ahirauli village is located in Bansgaon Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ahirauli?
The Gram Panchayat of Ahirauli is Harpur.
What is the pincode of Ahirauli?
The pincode of Ahirauli is 273403.
What is the population of Ahirauli?
Ahirauli had a total population of 717, including 342 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Ahirauli?
Ahirauli had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ahirauli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ahirauli was 73.56%. Male literacy was 86.62% and female literacy was 61.54%.