Kiraon - Ghatampur, Kanpur Nagar
Kiraon is a village situated in the Ghatampur tehsil of Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghatampur and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Kanpur Nagar. Kiraon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kiraon is 150794. The village covers a total geographical area of 591 hectares and falls under the 209206 pincode. Kanpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kiraon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghatampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Akbarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kiraon
According to the 2011 Census, Kiraon village had a total population of 3,513 people, including 1,814 males and 1,699 females, living in 650 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.00%, with male literacy at 81.43% and female literacy at 65.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 464.
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 | 3,513 | 1,814 | 1,699 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 490 | 231 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 464 | 238 | 226 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,237 | 1,289 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,276 | 525 | 751 |
Nearby Villages of Kiraon
Kiraon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shrinagar | North | 2.02 km |
| Badle Simnapur | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Nihura | East | 2.15 km |
| Bakasara | West | 2.57 km |
| Ghughuwa | North-West | 2.77 km |
| Muiya | North | 2.89 km |
| Navedi | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Parachand | East | 3.22 km |
| Makrandpur Bangar | South-East | 3.36 km |
| Daulatpur Ghatampur | East | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kiraon
Kiraon 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 Ghatampur, while the nearest airport is Kanpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Kiraon is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kanpur Nagar to Kiraon is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kiraon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kiraon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kiraon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kiraon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kiraon
Where is Kiraon located?
Kiraon village is located in Ghatampur Tehsil, Kanpur Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kiraon?
Kiraon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kiraon?
The pincode of Kiraon is 209206.
What is the population of Kiraon?
Kiraon had a total population of 3,513, including 1,814 males and 1,699 females.
How many households are there in Kiraon?
Kiraon had 650 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kiraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kiraon was 74.00%. Male literacy was 81.43% and female literacy was 65.83%.