Ghatiya - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Ghatiya is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Ghatiya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghatiya is 195879. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Ghatiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghatiya
As per Census 2011, Ghatiya village has a total population of 2,047 people, consisting of 938 males and 1,109 females. The village has 284 households and a sex ratio of 1,182 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,120 literate and 927 illiterate residents. Additionally, 265 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghatiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,047 | 938 | 1,109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 184 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,120 | 615 | 505 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 323 | 604 |
Nearby Villages of Ghatiya
Ghatiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagamalpur | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Mansinghpur | North | 1.24 km |
| Dhirajipur | East | 1.26 km |
| Jhoriya | South-East | 1.29 km |
| Tilamapur | North-East | 1.37 km |
| Amari | South | 1.60 km |
| Kashipur | North | 1.68 km |
| Mauli | North | 1.72 km |
| Ramgarh | East | 1.84 km |
| Fatehpur | South-East | 2.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghatiya
Ghatiya 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 45.8 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 Azamgarh to Ghatiya is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ghatiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghatiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghatiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghatiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ghatiya
Where is Ghatiya located?
Ghatiya village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatiya?
Ghatiya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghatiya?
The pincode of Ghatiya is 276204.
What is the population of Ghatiya?
Ghatiya has a total population of 2,047, including 938 males and 1,109 females.
How many households are there in Ghatiya?
There are 284 households in Ghatiya.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghatiya is 54.71%. Male literacy is 65.57% and female literacy is 45.54%.