Gaighat - Sahjanwa, Gorakhpur
Gaighat is a village situated in the Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sahjanwa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Maat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaighat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaighat is 185074. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.82 hectares and falls under the 273209 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Gaighat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Gaighat
Gaighat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kant | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Banganwa Tappa Aurangabad | South-West | 1.24 km |
| Koharbhar | East | 1.57 km |
| Mat | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Barna Tikar | South-East | 1.72 km |
| Ganaura | West | 1.77 km |
| Ghoorpali | North | 2.18 km |
| Dakhinwa | South | 2.22 km |
| Chadraw | South | 2.22 km |
| Singha | South-East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaighat
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gaighat. The nearest railway station is Kauriaa Jungle, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Gaighat is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaighat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaighat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gaighat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaighat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaighat
Where is Gaighat located?
Gaighat village is located in Sahjanwa Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaighat?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaighat is Maat.
What is the pincode of Gaighat?
The pincode of Gaighat is 273209.