Kuhiya
Kuhiya is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Kuhiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kuhiya unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Kuhiya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuhiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuhiya is 200359. The village spans a total geographical area of 114.61 hectares. Jaunpur is nearest town to Kuhiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
As per 2019 stats, Kuhiya village comes under Jaunpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Kuhiya
Population of Kuhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Kuhiya has a total population of about 1,659, with approximately 811 males and 848 females. The sex ratio is around 1045 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 249 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 387 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.58%, with male literacy at about 72.13% and female literacy near 49.53%. There are around 240 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuhiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,659 | 811 | 848 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 128 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 387 | 199 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 585 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 226 | 428 |
Connectivity of Kuhiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuhiya. As per the 2011 stats, Kuhiya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuhiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuhiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuhiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuhiya
- Where is Kuhiya located?
- Kuhiya village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuhiya?
- Kuhiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kuhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuhiya is 1,659, with 811 males and 848 females.
- How many households are there in Kuhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuhiya village has a total of 240 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuhiya is 60.58%. The male literacy rate is 72.13%, while the female literacy rate is 49.53%.