Biharia - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Biharia is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Biharia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Biharia is 158573. The village covers a total geographical area of 248.35 hectares and falls under the 230204 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Biharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kunda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Biharia
According to the 2011 Census, Biharia village had a total population of 2,066 people, including 980 males and 1,086 females, living in 356 households. The sex ratio was 1,108 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.69%, with male literacy at 71.13% and female literacy at 59.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 490.
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 | 2,066 | 980 | 1,086 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 299 | 166 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 490 | 231 | 259 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,143 | 579 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 923 | 401 | 522 |
Nearby Villages of Biharia
Biharia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rasoolpur Nindura | West | 1.40 km |
| Kurha | North | 1.54 km |
| Barna | South | 1.64 km |
| Bendhan Gopalpur | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Jaisawan | East | 2.23 km |
| Jamlamau | North | 2.73 km |
| Andiyari | South | 2.91 km |
| Madhapur | South-West | 3.01 km |
| Daherpur Singrour | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Jagdishpur Purabnara | South-East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Biharia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Biharia. The nearest railway station is Lalgopalganj, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 19.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Biharia is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Biharia is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Biharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Biharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Biharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Biharia 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 Biharia
Where is Biharia located?
Biharia village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Biharia?
Biharia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Biharia?
The pincode of Biharia is 230204.
What is the population of Biharia?
Biharia had a total population of 2,066, including 980 males and 1,086 females.
How many households are there in Biharia?
Biharia had 356 households.
What is the literacy rate in Biharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Biharia was 64.69%. Male literacy was 71.13% and female literacy was 59.18%.