Gahira Ghat - Gola, Gorakhpur
Gahira Ghat is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Majhavaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gahira Ghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahira Ghat is 188057. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.77 hectares and falls under the 273407 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Gahira Ghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gahira Ghat
As per Census 2011, Gahira Ghat village has a total population of 625 people, consisting of 287 males and 338 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,177 females per 1,000 males. There are 105 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 375 literate and 250 illiterate residents. Additionally, 83 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahira Ghat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 625 | 287 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 375 | 203 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 84 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Gahira Ghat
Gahira Ghat 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 Gahira Ghat
Gahira Ghat 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 >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 Gorakhpur to Gahira Ghat is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahira Ghat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahira Ghat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gahira Ghat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahira Ghat 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Gahira Ghat
Where is Gahira Ghat located?
Gahira Ghat village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahira Ghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahira Ghat is Majhavaliya.
What is the pincode of Gahira Ghat?
The pincode of Gahira Ghat is 273407.
What is the population of Gahira Ghat?
Gahira Ghat has a total population of 625, including 287 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Gahira Ghat?
There are 96 households in Gahira Ghat.
What is the literacy rate in Gahira Ghat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahira Ghat is 60.00%. Male literacy is 70.73% and female literacy is 50.89%.