Gaila - Handia, Prayagraj
Gaila is a village situated in the Handia tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from Handia and around 56 km from Allahabad. Hirraman Patti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaila is 162826. The village covers a total geographical area of 6.55 hectares and falls under the 212401 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Gaila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Handia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadohi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Gaila
Gaila 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hariram Patti | North | 0.71 km |
| Jigna | North-East | 0.94 km |
| Sadarepur | West | 1.23 km |
| Sarai | East | 1.42 km |
| Bhui | South | 1.55 km |
| Malla | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Dhowaha | East | 2.00 km |
| Shripur | North-East | 2.04 km |
| Pure Sukhaw | South-West | 2.12 km |
| Lokamanpur | South-West | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaila
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gaila. The nearest railway station is Bhiti, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 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 Allahabad to Gaila is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaila 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaila
Where is Gaila located?
Gaila village is located in Handia Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaila?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaila is Hirraman Patti.
What is the pincode of Gaila?
The pincode of Gaila is 212401.