Chiraon - Koraon, Prayagraj
Chiraon is a village situated in the Koraon tehsil of Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 67 km from Koraon and around 67 km from Allahabad. Chirav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiraon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiraon is 163705. The village covers a total geographical area of 311.87 hectares and falls under the 212306 pincode. Allahabad is the nearest town.
Chiraon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Allahabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiraon
According to the 2011 Census, Chiraon village had a total population of 1,861 people, including 1,080 males and 781 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 723 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.49%, with male literacy at 80.62% and female literacy at 53.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 594.
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 | 1,861 | 1,080 | 781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 151 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 316 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,100 | 749 | 351 |
| Illiterate Population | 761 | 331 | 430 |
Nearby Villages of Chiraon
Chiraon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chiraon
Chiraon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Allahabad to Chiraon is about 67 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 Chiraon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiraon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chiraon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiraon 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 Chiraon
Where is Chiraon located?
Chiraon village is located in Koraon Tehsil, Prayagraj district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chiraon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiraon is Chirav.
What is the pincode of Chiraon?
The pincode of Chiraon is 212306.
What is the population of Chiraon?
Chiraon had a total population of 1,861, including 1,080 males and 781 females.
How many households are there in Chiraon?
Chiraon had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiraon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiraon was 69.49%. Male literacy was 80.62% and female literacy was 53.67%.