Visahar - Ghorawal, Sonbhadra
Visahar is a village situated in the Ghorawal tehsil of Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghorawal and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sonbhadra. Visahar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Visahar is 213038. The village covers a total geographical area of 554 hectares and falls under the 231210 pincode. Sonbhadra is the nearest town.
Visahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Visahar
According to the 2011 Census, Visahar village had a total population of 2,001 people, including 1,060 males and 941 females, living in 366 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.72%, with male literacy at 74.45% and female literacy at 45.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 949.
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 | 2,001 | 1,060 | 941 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 199 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 949 | 494 | 455 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 983 | 641 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 419 | 599 |
Nearby Villages of Visahar
Visahar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Koori | North | 1.77 km |
| Magaradaha | West | 2.18 km |
| Sahdeiya Baidand | East | 2.70 km |
| Rajgarh | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Jogani | South | 2.95 km |
| Bagpokhar | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Kon | East | 3.47 km |
| Karaunda | North-West | 3.83 km |
| Panigawa | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Dadara | North | 3.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Visahar
Visahar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Lusa, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sonbhadra to Visahar is about 40 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 Visahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Visahar 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Visahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Visahar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Visahar
Where is Visahar located?
Visahar village is located in Ghorawal Tehsil, Sonbhadra district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Visahar?
Visahar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Visahar?
The pincode of Visahar is 231210.
What is the population of Visahar?
Visahar had a total population of 2,001, including 1,060 males and 941 females.
How many households are there in Visahar?
Visahar had 366 households.
What is the literacy rate in Visahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Visahar was 60.72%. Male literacy was 74.45% and female literacy was 45.12%.