Gahira

Gahira is a village located in Gorakhpur tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from Gorakhpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gahira village. As per 2009 stats, Gahira village is also a gram panchayat.

Gahira has its own place in the vibrant Gorakhpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gahira

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahira is 185900. The village spans a total geographical area of 836 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 223010. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Gahira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

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Population of Gahira

Below is a concise population overview of Gahira as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 10,251 5,303 4,948
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,606 853 753
Scheduled Castes (SC) 3,436 1,817 1,619
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 5,392 3,278 2,114
Illiterate Population 4,859 2,025 2,834

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahira village:

  • The total population of Gahira village is around 10,251, including approximately 5,303 males and 4,948 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,606 children aged 0–6 years in Gahira village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahira village has 3,436 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gahira village is about 52.60%, with male literacy at 61.81% and female literacy at 42.72%.
  • There are around 1,675 households in Gahira village.

Connectivity of Gahira

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahira. As per the 2011 stats, Gahira had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahira

Knowing the nearby villages of Gahira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahira.

Jangl Keotalia Jangl Belwar Pochhiya Brhm Asthan Moteeram Adda Shivpur Harsewakpur No 2 Jangl Hakeem No 2 Bargo Lahsari Air Force Area Rudrapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahira

Where is Gahira located?
Gahira village is situated in Gorakhpur Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahira?
Gahira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gahira?
The pincode of Gahira is 223010, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahira is 10,251, with 5,303 males and 4,948 females.
How many households are there in Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahira village has a total of 1,675 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahira as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahira is 52.60%. The male literacy rate is 61.81%, while the female literacy rate is 42.72%.