Gangapur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Gangapur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Banawen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 195765. The village covers a total geographical area of 13.18 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur village had a total population of 137 people, including 69 males and 68 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.39%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 84.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 47.
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 | 137 | 69 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 26 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 17 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Gangapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pitambarpur | North-West | 0.58 km |
| Banawen | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Tekmalpur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Mitthanpur Kariya | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Visham Mirjapur | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Koilari Bujurg | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Itmadpur | South | 1.66 km |
| Khalishpur | North | 1.73 km |
| Surjanpur | West | 1.81 km |
| Koilari Khurd | East | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangapur
Gangapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sarai Rani, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.9 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 Azamgarh to Gangapur is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gangapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangapur 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 Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Banawen.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 276204.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur had a total population of 137, including 69 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
Gangapur had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur was 87.39%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 84.91%.