Khiriya Bant - Tahrauli, Jhansi
Khiriya Bant is a village situated in the Tahrauli tehsil of Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tahrauli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhansi. Achausa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiriya Bant village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiriya Bant is 152431. The village covers a total geographical area of 355.85 hectares and falls under the 284202 pincode. Jhansi is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Khiriya Bant village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mauranipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khiriya Bant
As per Census 2011, Khiriya Bant village has a total population of 592 people, consisting of 314 males and 278 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 292 literate and 300 illiterate residents. Additionally, 297 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiriya Bant are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 592 | 314 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 297 | 160 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 201 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 300 | 113 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Khiriya Bant
Khiriya Bant 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karguwan Khurd | North-West | 2.06 km |
| Jori | East | 2.30 km |
| Semri | South-East | 2.55 km |
| Seriya | South | 2.61 km |
| Khalar | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Achausa | West | 2.86 km |
| Nibooja | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Baram Pura | North-East | 3.90 km |
| Surwai | North-West | 4.70 km |
| Sarsenda | South-East | 4.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khiriya Bant
Khiriya Bant is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Moth, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhansi to Khiriya Bant is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhansi to Khiriya Bant is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiriya Bant
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiriya Bant village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khiriya Bant
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiriya Bant 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 Khiriya Bant
Where is Khiriya Bant located?
Khiriya Bant village is located in Tahrauli Tehsil, Jhansi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiriya Bant?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiriya Bant is Achausa.
What is the pincode of Khiriya Bant?
The pincode of Khiriya Bant is 284202.
What is the population of Khiriya Bant?
Khiriya Bant has a total population of 592, including 314 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Khiriya Bant?
There are 126 households in Khiriya Bant.
What is the literacy rate in Khiriya Bant?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiriya Bant is 49.32%. Male literacy is 64.01% and female literacy is 32.73%.