Shekhwania Buzurg - Kasya, Kushinagar
Shekhwania Buzurg is a village situated in the Kasya tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasya and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Shekhwania Buzurg village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shekhwania Buzurg is 189190. The village covers a total geographical area of 487.64 hectares and falls under the 274402 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Shekhwania Buzurg 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 Shekhwania Buzurg
As per Census 2011, Shekhwania Buzurg village has a total population of 7,946 people, consisting of 3,895 males and 4,051 females. The village has 1,319 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,094 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,751 literate and 3,195 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,605 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 27 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shekhwania Buzurg are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,946 | 3,895 | 4,051 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,094 | 541 | 553 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,605 | 791 | 814 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 9 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 4,751 | 2,729 | 2,022 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,195 | 1,166 | 2,029 |
Nearby Villages of Shekhwania Buzurg
Shekhwania Buzurg 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathia Besambhar Madhopur | South-West | 1.59 km |
| Bhatwalia | East | 1.64 km |
| Shivpur Buzurg | North | 1.72 km |
| Dharni Chhapar | East | 1.73 km |
| Batar Dera | West | 1.91 km |
| Sekhwania Khurd | South-East | 2.17 km |
| Gangauli | North-East | 2.24 km |
| Shivpur Dih | North | 2.27 km |
| Barwa Bazar | South-West | 2.31 km |
| Mathia Tapsi | North | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shekhwania Buzurg
Shekhwania Buzurg is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kath Kuiyan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kushinagar to Shekhwania Buzurg is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shekhwania Buzurg
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shekhwania Buzurg village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shekhwania Buzurg
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shekhwania Buzurg 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 Shekhwania Buzurg
Where is Shekhwania Buzurg located?
Shekhwania Buzurg village is located in Kasya Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shekhwania Buzurg?
Shekhwania Buzurg is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Shekhwania Buzurg?
The pincode of Shekhwania Buzurg is 274402.
What is the population of Shekhwania Buzurg?
Shekhwania Buzurg has a total population of 7,946, including 3,895 males and 4,051 females.
How many households are there in Shekhwania Buzurg?
There are 1,319 households in Shekhwania Buzurg.
What is the literacy rate in Shekhwania Buzurg?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shekhwania Buzurg is 59.79%. Male literacy is 70.06% and female literacy is 49.91%.