Gherya - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Gherya is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Jitwarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gherya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gherya is 187433. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.8 hectares and falls under the 273211 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Gherya 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.
Nearby Villages of Gherya
Gherya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khaliya | North | 0.49 km |
| Barparya Kaji | West | 0.95 km |
| Bagha Kund | North | 1.11 km |
| Jitwarpur Mushtakil | North-West | 1.23 km |
| Chak Khajirkhijir | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Jiginiya Mushatakil | East | 1.56 km |
| Bulaki Chak | North | 1.80 km |
| Basahi Mushtakil | West | 1.90 km |
| Tarkhop | North-West | 1.91 km |
| Belao Khurd Mushtakil | East | 1.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gherya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gherya. The nearest railway station is Sidhari Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Gherya is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gherya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gherya 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gherya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gherya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gherya
Where is Gherya located?
Gherya village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gherya?
The Gram Panchayat of Gherya is Jitwarpur.
What is the pincode of Gherya?
The pincode of Gherya is 273211.