Ghurney Pur - Allapur, Ambedkar Nagar
Ghurney Pur is a village situated in the Allapur tehsil of Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Allapur and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Ambedkar Nagar. Amola Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ghurney Pur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghurney Pur is 167512. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.71 hectares and falls under the 224146 pincode. Ashrafpur Kichhauchha is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Ghurney Pur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ghurney Pur
As per Census 2011, Ghurney Pur village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 246 males and 278 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 88 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 258 literate and 266 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghurney Pur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 246 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 36 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 82 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 147 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 266 | 99 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Ghurney Pur
Ghurney Pur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paharpur Tappa Neuri | North-East | 0.87 km |
| Kaudahie | North | 1.15 km |
| Shahpur Mahamudpur | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Bhojpur | East | 1.62 km |
| Kasdaha | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Amola Buzurg | South | 1.94 km |
| Mathura Rasoolpur | West | 2.11 km |
| Rustampur | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Jhakharwara | North | 2.49 km |
| Neuri | East | 2.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghurney Pur
Ghurney Pur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Malipur, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.2 km.
| 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 Ashrafpur Kichhauchha to Ghurney Pur is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ambedkar Nagar to Ghurney Pur is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghurney Pur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghurney Pur 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 Ghurney Pur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghurney Pur 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 Ghurney Pur
Where is Ghurney Pur located?
Ghurney Pur village is located in Allapur Tehsil, Ambedkar Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghurney Pur?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghurney Pur is Amola Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Ghurney Pur?
The pincode of Ghurney Pur is 224146.
What is the population of Ghurney Pur?
Ghurney Pur has a total population of 524, including 246 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in Ghurney Pur?
There are 89 households in Ghurney Pur.
What is the literacy rate in Ghurney Pur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghurney Pur is 49.24%. Male literacy is 59.76% and female literacy is 39.93%.