Visen Puri Colony - Palia, Kheri
Visen Puri Colony is a village situated in the Palia tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Palia and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Lakhimpur. Visen Puri Colony village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visen Puri Colony is 135100. The village covers a total geographical area of 435.56 hectares and falls under the 262904 pincode. Palia is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Visen Puri Colony village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Visen Puri Colony
According to the 2011 Census, Visen Puri Colony village had a total population of 3,033 people, including 1,615 males and 1,418 females, living in 575 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.69%, with male literacy at 76.91% and female literacy at 55.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,090.
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 | 3,033 | 1,615 | 1,418 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 251 | 218 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,090 | 583 | 507 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,710 | 1,049 | 661 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,323 | 566 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Visen Puri Colony
Visen Puri Colony 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bahadur Nagar | West | 1.85 km |
| Sumer Nagar Colony | North-West | 2.22 km |
| Ebrahim Puri Colony | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Vichitra Nagar Colony | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Bhaisori | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Prem Nagar | South | 3.16 km |
| Tulli | South | 3.49 km |
| Ghola | East | 3.62 km |
| Bam Nagar | West | 3.70 km |
| Dal Nagar | West | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visen Puri Colony
Visen Puri Colony is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Palia Kalan, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Palia to Visen Puri Colony is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lakhimpur to Visen Puri Colony is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Visen Puri Colony
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visen Puri Colony village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Visen Puri Colony
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visen Puri Colony 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 Visen Puri Colony
Where is Visen Puri Colony located?
Visen Puri Colony village is located in Palia Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Visen Puri Colony?
Visen Puri Colony is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visen Puri Colony?
The pincode of Visen Puri Colony is 262904.
What is the population of Visen Puri Colony?
Visen Puri Colony had a total population of 3,033, including 1,615 males and 1,418 females.
How many households are there in Visen Puri Colony?
Visen Puri Colony had 575 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visen Puri Colony?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visen Puri Colony was 66.69%. Male literacy was 76.91% and female literacy was 55.08%.