Khirhwa - Ghanghata, Sant Kabir Nagar
Khirhwa is a village situated in the Ghanghata tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghanghata and around 31 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Siktaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirhwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirhwa is 183213. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.78 hectares and falls under the 272162 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Khirhwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Khirhwa
Khirhwa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanichara Urf Laximanpur | North-West | 0.52 km |
| Sanichara Pandey | South-East | 0.58 km |
| Sanichara Chaubey | South | 0.59 km |
| Paldahjot Bhikhari | East | 0.66 km |
| Paldhajot Jupti | North-West | 0.90 km |
| Jiginiya Tappa Kabra | North-West | 0.91 km |
| Reethijot | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Beldohajot | West | 1.04 km |
| Gajadharpur | South-West | 1.19 km |
| Deoria Urf Itahia | East | 1.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khirhwa
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Khirhwa. The nearest railway station is Munderwa, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Khirhwa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Khirhwa is about 31 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 Khirhwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirhwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Khirhwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirhwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khirhwa
Where is Khirhwa located?
Khirhwa village is located in Ghanghata Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirhwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirhwa is Siktaha.
What is the pincode of Khirhwa?
The pincode of Khirhwa is 272162.