Ganga Behad - Nighasan, Kheri
Ganga Behad is a village situated in the Nighasan tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nighasan and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Ganga Behar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ganga Behad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganga Behad is 134959. The village covers a total geographical area of 1201.28 hectares and falls under the 262902 pincode. Lakhimpur is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Ganga Behad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nighasan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganga Behad
As per Census 2011, Ganga Behad village has a total population of 6,220 people, consisting of 3,267 males and 2,953 females. The village has 1,089 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,068 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,788 literate and 3,432 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,654 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganga Behad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,220 | 3,267 | 2,953 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,068 | 556 | 512 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,654 | 852 | 802 |
| Literate Population | 2,788 | 1,721 | 1,067 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,432 | 1,546 | 1,886 |
Nearby Villages of Ganga Behad
Ganga Behad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chedui Pateya | South-West | 2.89 km |
| Bamhan Pur | East | 2.90 km |
| Khairahana | North-East | 3.10 km |
| Baudeya Kalan | North | 3.18 km |
| Daulat Pur | South | 3.27 km |
| Kharahani | East | 4.14 km |
| Ballipur | West | 4.46 km |
| Rup Nagar | North-East | 5.13 km |
| Udhau Nagar | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Murgaha | West | 5.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ganga Behad
Ganga Behad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belrayan, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 126.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhimpur to Ganga Behad is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Ganga Behad is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganga Behad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganga Behad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ganga Behad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganga Behad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Ganga Behad
Where is Ganga Behad located?
Ganga Behad village is located in Nighasan Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ganga Behad?
The Gram Panchayat of Ganga Behad is Ganga Behar.
What is the pincode of Ganga Behad?
The pincode of Ganga Behad is 262902.
What is the population of Ganga Behad?
Ganga Behad has a total population of 6,220, including 3,267 males and 2,953 females.
How many households are there in Ganga Behad?
There are 1,089 households in Ganga Behad.
What is the literacy rate in Ganga Behad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganga Behad is 44.82%. Male literacy is 52.68% and female literacy is 36.13%.