Chiraha - Mehdawal, Sant Kabir Nagar
Chiraha is a village situated in the Mehdawal tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehdawal and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Gangaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiraha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiraha is 182016. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.41 hectares and falls under the 272148 pincode. Sant Kabir Nagar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chiraha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chiraha
According to the 2011 Census, Chiraha village had a total population of 641 people, including 345 males and 296 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 858 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.51%, with male literacy at 66.31% and female literacy at 29.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 641 | 345 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 66 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 28 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 185 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 160 | 228 |
Nearby Villages of Chiraha
Chiraha 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 Chiraha
Chiraha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Chiraha is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Chiraha is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiraha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiraha 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chiraha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiraha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chiraha
Where is Chiraha located?
Chiraha village is located in Mehdawal Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chiraha?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiraha is Gangaura.
What is the pincode of Chiraha?
The pincode of Chiraha is 272148.
What is the population of Chiraha?
Chiraha had a total population of 641, including 345 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Chiraha?
Chiraha had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiraha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiraha was 49.51%. Male literacy was 66.31% and female literacy was 29.31%.