Khiriya - Tirwa, Kannauj
Khiriya is a village situated in the Tirwa tehsil of Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tirwa and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Kannauj. Khiriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiriya is 147156. The village covers a total geographical area of 768.98 hectares and falls under the 209732 pincode. Kannauj is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Khiriya 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 Khiriya
As per Census 2011, Khiriya village has a total population of 4,225 people, consisting of 2,319 males and 1,906 females. The village has 731 households and a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males. There are 590 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,778 literate and 1,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 225 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khiriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,225 | 2,319 | 1,906 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 590 | 316 | 274 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 132 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 2,778 | 1,709 | 1,069 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,447 | 610 | 837 |
Nearby Villages of Khiriya
Khiriya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deopura Pur | South | 1.56 km |
| Haibatpur | South-East | 1.80 km |
| Rampur | South | 2.14 km |
| Hazir Pur | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Admapur Urf Kapurapur | North | 2.20 km |
| Darapur Barethi | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Karasa | South | 2.27 km |
| Sarai Theku | West | 2.33 km |
| Umar Pur | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Neknam Pur | South-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khiriya
Khiriya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Gursahaiganj, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.7 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 Kannauj to Khiriya is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kannauj to Khiriya is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khiriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiriya 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khiriya
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 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
Where is Khiriya located?
Khiriya village is located in Tirwa Tehsil, Kannauj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiriya?
Khiriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khiriya?
The pincode of Khiriya is 209732.
What is the population of Khiriya?
Khiriya has a total population of 4,225, including 2,319 males and 1,906 females.
How many households are there in Khiriya?
There are 731 households in Khiriya.
What is the literacy rate in Khiriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiriya is 65.75%. Male literacy is 73.70% and female literacy is 56.09%.