Shaldah Urf Kawaldah - Pharenda, Mahrajganj
Shaldah Urf Kawaldah is a village situated in the Pharenda tehsil of Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pharenda and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Mahrajganj. Saldah Urf Kawaldah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shaldah Urf Kawaldah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah is 184277. The village covers a total geographical area of 356.4 hectares and falls under the 273162 pincode.
Shaldah Urf Kawaldah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah
As per Census 2011, Shaldah Urf Kawaldah village has a total population of 3,818 people, consisting of 1,895 males and 1,923 females. The village has 591 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 628 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,020 literate and 1,798 illiterate residents. Additionally, 674 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shaldah Urf Kawaldah are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,818 | 1,895 | 1,923 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 628 | 317 | 311 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 674 | 347 | 327 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 2,020 | 1,259 | 761 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,798 | 636 | 1,162 |
Nearby Villages of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah
Shaldah Urf Kawaldah 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harraiya Khurd | North | 1.21 km |
| Parsa Dayaram | West | 1.33 km |
| Gajpati | East | 1.70 km |
| Surpar | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Barahara Kanhai | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Agaya | South | 2.08 km |
| Rajmandir Khurd | North | 2.12 km |
| Sinhpur Tharauli | North-East | 2.17 km |
| Madrahava Kaktahi | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Devpur | East | 2.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah
Shaldah Urf Kawaldah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Purandarpur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.5 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mahrajganj to Shaldah Urf Kawaldah is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shaldah Urf Kawaldah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shaldah Urf Kawaldah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shaldah Urf Kawaldah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shaldah Urf Kawaldah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shaldah Urf Kawaldah
Where is Shaldah Urf Kawaldah located?
Shaldah Urf Kawaldah village is located in Pharenda Tehsil, Mahrajganj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah?
The Gram Panchayat of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah is Saldah Urf Kawaldah.
What is the pincode of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah?
The pincode of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah is 273162.
What is the population of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah?
Shaldah Urf Kawaldah has a total population of 3,818, including 1,895 males and 1,923 females.
How many households are there in Shaldah Urf Kawaldah?
There are 591 households in Shaldah Urf Kawaldah.
What is the literacy rate in Shaldah Urf Kawaldah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shaldah Urf Kawaldah is 52.91%. Male literacy is 66.44% and female literacy is 39.57%.