Irana Gokulpur - Martinganjon, Azamgarh
Irana Gokulpur is a village situated in the Martinganjon tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Phulpur and around 40 km from Azamgarh. Irana Gokulpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Irana Gokulpur is 195113. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.03 hectares and falls under the 223224 pincode. Phulpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Irana Gokulpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lalganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Irana Gokulpur
As per Census 2011, Irana Gokulpur village has a total population of 1,591 people, consisting of 788 males and 803 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,019 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 964 literate and 627 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Irana Gokulpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,591 | 788 | 803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 137 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 213 | 208 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 964 | 550 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 627 | 238 | 389 |
Nearby Villages of Irana Gokulpur
Irana Gokulpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aurangabad | South-West | 1.60 km |
| Siswara | East | 1.63 km |
| Dhangwal | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Jethahari | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Basti Kapuri | South | 2.17 km |
| Leduwavar | North | 2.18 km |
| Shivrajpur | North | 2.61 km |
| Surhan | West | 2.73 km |
| Khas Dih | North | 2.91 km |
| Lasara Kala | South-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Irana Gokulpur
Irana Gokulpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Mir, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.5 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulpur to Irana Gokulpur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Irana Gokulpur 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 Irana Gokulpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Irana Gokulpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Irana Gokulpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Irana Gokulpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Irana Gokulpur
Where is Irana Gokulpur located?
Irana Gokulpur village is located in Martinganjon Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Irana Gokulpur?
Irana Gokulpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Irana Gokulpur?
The pincode of Irana Gokulpur is 223224.
What is the population of Irana Gokulpur?
Irana Gokulpur has a total population of 1,591, including 788 males and 803 females.
How many households are there in Irana Gokulpur?
There are 226 households in Irana Gokulpur.
What is the literacy rate in Irana Gokulpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Irana Gokulpur is 60.59%. Male literacy is 69.80% and female literacy is 51.56%.