Airaho - Tirwa, Kannauj
Airaho is a village situated in the Tirwa tehsil of Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirwa and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Kannauj. Airaho village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Airaho is 147200. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.87 hectares and falls under the 209728 pincode. Kannauj is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Airaho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tirwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kannauj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Airaho
According to the 2011 Census, Airaho village had a total population of 2,850 people, including 1,549 males and 1,301 females, living in 443 households. The sex ratio was 840 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.04%, with male literacy at 87.03% and female literacy at 62.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 596.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,850 | 1,549 | 1,301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 446 | 223 | 223 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 596 | 317 | 279 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,828 | 1,154 | 674 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,022 | 395 | 627 |
Nearby Villages of Airaho
Airaho 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatura | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Hamir Pur | West | 1.69 km |
| Rajpur Karan | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Arho (aroh) | North | 1.90 km |
| Adampur Makhan | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Rasool Pur | West | 2.18 km |
| Gura | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Raunsa | East | 2.63 km |
| Sargauli | East | 3.23 km |
| Karhi (karri) | North | 3.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Airaho
Airaho is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Achalda, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kannauj to Airaho is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kannauj to Airaho is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Airaho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Airaho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Airaho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Airaho village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Airaho
Where is Airaho located?
Airaho village is located in Tirwa Tehsil, Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Airaho?
Airaho is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Airaho?
The pincode of Airaho is 209728.
What is the population of Airaho?
Airaho had a total population of 2,850, including 1,549 males and 1,301 females.
How many households are there in Airaho?
Airaho had 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Airaho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Airaho was 76.04%. Male literacy was 87.03% and female literacy was 62.52%.