Andhawa - Manjhanpur, Kaushambi
Andhawa is a village situated in the Manjhanpur tehsil of Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Manjhanpur, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Andhawa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhawa is 160166. The village covers a total geographical area of 1066.17 hectares and falls under the 212214 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Andhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Manjhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Andhawa village had a total population of 8,910 people, including 4,744 males and 4,166 females, living in 1,473 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.56%, with male literacy at 71.83% and female literacy at 47.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,850, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 8,910 | 4,744 | 4,166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,572 | 842 | 730 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,850 | 1,532 | 1,318 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,444 | 2,803 | 1,641 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,466 | 1,941 | 2,525 |
Nearby Villages of Andhawa
Andhawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tikari Kali | South-East | 1.52 km |
| Shiwara | North | 1.65 km |
| Manikpur | West | 1.69 km |
| Raksoli | South | 1.87 km |
| Pachama | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Nagareha Khurd | North-East | 2.68 km |
| Kumbhiyanwa | North-West | 2.82 km |
| Kolhuwa | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Pashchim Sharira | East | 2.86 km |
| Koripur | West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andhawa
Andhawa 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 Shujaatpur, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.3 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 Allahabad to Andhawa is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Manjhanpur to Andhawa is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Andhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andhawa
Where is Andhawa located?
Andhawa village is located in Manjhanpur Tehsil, Kaushambi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhawa?
Andhawa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andhawa?
The pincode of Andhawa is 212214.
What is the population of Andhawa?
Andhawa had a total population of 8,910, including 4,744 males and 4,166 females.
How many households are there in Andhawa?
Andhawa had 1,473 households.
What is the literacy rate in Andhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhawa was 60.56%. Male literacy was 71.83% and female literacy was 47.76%.