Higua - Itwa, Siddharthnagar
Higua is a village situated in the Itwa tehsil of Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Itwa and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Siddharthnagar. Higuva serves as the Gram Panchayat for Higua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Higua is 177835. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.16 hectares and falls under the 272192 pincode.
Higua 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 Itwa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Domariyaganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Higua
According to the 2011 Census, Higua village had a total population of 865 people, including 411 males and 454 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,105 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.11%, with male literacy at 58.50% and female literacy at 41.30%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 191.
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 | 865 | 411 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 191 | 105 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 90 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 179 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 534 | 232 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Higua
Higua 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 Higua
Higua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Siddharthnagar to Higua is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Higua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Higua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Higua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Higua 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Higua
Where is Higua located?
Higua village is located in Itwa Tehsil, Siddharthnagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Higua?
The Gram Panchayat of Higua is Higuva.
What is the pincode of Higua?
The pincode of Higua is 272192.
What is the population of Higua?
Higua had a total population of 865, including 411 males and 454 females.
How many households are there in Higua?
Higua had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Higua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Higua was 49.11%. Male literacy was 58.50% and female literacy was 41.30%.