Ghiri Rihi - Handia, Prayagraj

Ghiri Rihi is a village situated in the Handia tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from Handia and around 40 km from Allahabad. Jhirhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghiri Rihi village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghiri Rihi is 163052. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.96 hectares and falls under the 221503 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.

Ghiri Rihi 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.

Population of Ghiri Rihi

According to the 2011 Census, Ghiri Rihi village had a total population of 1,882 people, including 930 males and 952 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.30%, with male literacy at 58.07% and female literacy at 34.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 255.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Ghiri Rihi

Ghiri Rihi 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Ghiri Rihi

Ghiri Rihi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Handia Khas, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.5 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Allahabad to Ghiri Rihi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Allahabad to Ghiri Rihi is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Ghiri Rihi

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghiri Rihi village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Ghiri Rihi

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghiri Rihi village are given below:

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