Andhya - Kasya, Kushinagar
Andhya is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Andhya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Andhya is 189271. The village covers a total geographical area of 347.9 hectares and falls under the 274402 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Andhya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kushinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Andhya
As per Census 2011, Andhya village has a total population of 5,784 people, consisting of 2,959 males and 2,825 females. The village has 922 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 907 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,135 literate and 2,649 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,310 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 395 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Andhya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,784 | 2,959 | 2,825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 907 | 472 | 435 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,310 | 681 | 629 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 206 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 3,135 | 1,916 | 1,219 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,649 | 1,043 | 1,606 |
Nearby Villages of Andhya
Andhya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanha Urf Maludih | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Prem Walia | North | 1.81 km |
| Kundwa Urf Dilipnagar | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Madhuria | East | 2.27 km |
| Karmaini Premwalia | North | 2.49 km |
| Sariya Mahanth Patti | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Arazi Kotwa | South-East | 2.79 km |
| Barwa Jangar | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Rajwa Bar | East | 3.36 km |
| Mainpur | North | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Andhya
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Andhya. The nearest railway station is Chaf Halt, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Kushinagar to Andhya is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Andhya is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Andhya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Andhya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Andhya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Andhya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Andhya
Where is Andhya located?
Andhya village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Andhya?
Andhya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Andhya?
The pincode of Andhya is 274402.
What is the population of Andhya?
Andhya has a total population of 5,784, including 2,959 males and 2,825 females.
How many households are there in Andhya?
There are 922 households in Andhya.
What is the literacy rate in Andhya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Andhya is 54.20%. Male literacy is 64.75% and female literacy is 43.15%.