Gahana - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Gahana is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Gahana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gahana is 186887. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.31 hectares and falls under the 273212 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gahana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gahana
As per Census 2011, Gahana village has a total population of 1,437 people, consisting of 726 males and 711 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 542 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gahana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,437 | 726 | 711 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 88 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 148 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 539 | 356 |
| Illiterate Population | 542 | 187 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Gahana
Gahana 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 Gahana
Gahana 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Gahana is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Gahana is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gahana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gahana 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 Gahana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gahana 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gahana
Where is Gahana located?
Gahana village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahana?
Gahana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gahana?
The pincode of Gahana is 273212.
What is the population of Gahana?
Gahana has a total population of 1,437, including 726 males and 711 females.
How many households are there in Gahana?
There are 187 households in Gahana.
What is the literacy rate in Gahana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gahana is 62.28%. Male literacy is 74.24% and female literacy is 50.07%.