Kasihar - Chunar, Mirzapur
Kasihar is a village situated in the Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chunar and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Mirzapur. Jafarabad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kasihar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasihar is 212792. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.04 hectares and falls under the 231302 pincode. Ahraura is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kasihar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Marihan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mirzapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kasihar
Kasihar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nonar | North-East | 0.80 km |
| Gayaspur | South-West | 0.93 km |
| Phutauhia | South-East | 0.93 km |
| Jafarabad | South-East | 1.16 km |
| Kharehara | North-East | 1.33 km |
| Saraiya Mu. Sherpur | East | 1.43 km |
| Suraha | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Mahua Bari | West | 1.78 km |
| Pathrauria | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Lachhimanpur | North-West | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kasihar
Kasihar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ahraura Road, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| 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 Ahraura to Kasihar is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mirzapur to Kasihar is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kasihar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasihar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kasihar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasihar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kasihar
Where is Kasihar located?
Kasihar village is located in Chunar Tehsil, Mirzapur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kasihar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kasihar is Jafarabad.
What is the pincode of Kasihar?
The pincode of Kasihar is 231302.