Gaznipur - Koil, Aligarh
Gaznipur is a village situated in the Koil tehsil of Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Koil and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Aligarh. Rustampur Ailam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaznipur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaznipur is 122594. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.2 hectares and falls under the 202002 pincode. Aligarh is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Gaznipur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koil Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aligarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaznipur
As per Census 2011, Gaznipur village has a total population of 410 people, consisting of 223 males and 187 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 838 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 293 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaznipur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 410 | 223 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 293 | 167 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 56 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Gaznipur
Gaznipur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rustampur Ailam | West | 1.18 km |
| Kochhor | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Balrampur | North | 1.91 km |
| Adaun | North-East | 2.25 km |
| Haivatpur Piratha | West | 2.33 km |
| Keshopur Gadrana | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Bhartua | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Musepur Jalal | West | 3.08 km |
| Boner | North | 3.25 km |
| Ishanpur | North-West | 3.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gaznipur
The nearest railway station is Daud Khan, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Aligarh to Gaznipur is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Gaznipur
Where is Gaznipur located?
Gaznipur village is located in Koil Tehsil, Aligarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaznipur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaznipur is Rustampur Ailam.
What is the pincode of Gaznipur?
The pincode of Gaznipur is 202002.
What is the population of Gaznipur?
Gaznipur has a total population of 410, including 223 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Gaznipur?
There are 67 households in Gaznipur.
What is the literacy rate in Gaznipur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaznipur is 71.46%. Male literacy is 74.89% and female literacy is 67.38%.