Khiria - Tilhar, Shahjahanpur
Khiria is a village situated in the Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh. Khiriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khiria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khiria is 133864. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.03 hectares and falls under the 242407 pincode. Shahjahanpur is the nearest town.
Khiria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tilhar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahjahanpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khiria
According to the 2011 Census, Khiria village had a total population of 1,245 people, including 657 males and 588 females, living in 211 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.50%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 56.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25.
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 | 1,245 | 657 | 588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 139 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 717 | 434 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 223 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Khiria
Khiria 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harkishanpur | South-West | 0.80 km |
| Ghatui | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Bhataura Prathvipur | North-West | 1.39 km |
| Ghanshyampur | North | 1.42 km |
| Arjunpur | West | 1.52 km |
| Manpur Jalalpur | East | 1.55 km |
| Rudarpur | South-West | 1.58 km |
| Inayatpur | South | 1.66 km |
| Singhapur | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Kurely | North-East | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Khiria
Khiria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nigohi, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.5 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Khiria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khiria 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khiria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khiria 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 Khiria
Where is Khiria located?
Khiria village is located in Tilhar Tehsil, Shahjahanpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khiria?
The Gram Panchayat of Khiria is Khiriya.
What is the pincode of Khiria?
The pincode of Khiria is 242407.
What is the population of Khiria?
Khiria had a total population of 1,245, including 657 males and 588 females.
How many households are there in Khiria?
Khiria had 211 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khiria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khiria was 70.50%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 56.71%.