Gunnaur - Musafirkhana, Amethi
Gunnaur is a village situated in the Musafirkhana tehsil of Amethi district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Musafirkhana and around 38 km from Sultanpur. Gunnaur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gunnaur is 168961. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.44 hectares and falls under the 227807 pincode.
Gunnaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gauriganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Amethi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gunnaur
As per Census 2011, Gunnaur village has a total population of 3,252 people, consisting of 1,706 males and 1,546 females. The village has 508 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 578 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,659 literate and 1,593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,514 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gunnaur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,252 | 1,706 | 1,546 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 578 | 307 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,514 | 781 | 733 |
| Literate Population | 1,659 | 1,018 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,593 | 688 | 905 |
Nearby Villages of Gunnaur
Gunnaur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rampur Urf Lokrai | East | 1.50 km |
| Chak Baher | North-East | 1.71 km |
| Kanjas | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Umapur | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Pindarakarnai | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Chak Raghunandan | South-West | 2.14 km |
| Madha Urf Bhusanda | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Manshahpur | South | 2.55 km |
| Barehti | South-West | 2.60 km |
| Ankhara | South-West | 2.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gunnaur
Gunnaur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Adhinpur, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.5 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 |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sultanpur to Gunnaur is about 38 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 Gunnaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gunnaur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gunnaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gunnaur 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 Gunnaur
Where is Gunnaur located?
Gunnaur village is located in Musafirkhana Tehsil, Amethi district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gunnaur?
Gunnaur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gunnaur?
The pincode of Gunnaur is 227807.
What is the population of Gunnaur?
Gunnaur has a total population of 3,252, including 1,706 males and 1,546 females.
How many households are there in Gunnaur?
There are 508 households in Gunnaur.
What is the literacy rate in Gunnaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gunnaur is 51.01%. Male literacy is 59.67% and female literacy is 41.46%.