Ghinhapur - Mehnagar, Azamgarh
Ghinhapur is a village situated in the Mehnagar tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mehnagar and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Ghinhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ghinhapur is 195931. The village covers a total geographical area of 269.77 hectares and falls under the 276204 pincode. Mehnagar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Ghinhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ghinhapur
As per Census 2011, Ghinhapur village has a total population of 3,062 people, consisting of 1,511 males and 1,551 females. The village has 409 households and a sex ratio of 1,026 females per 1,000 males. There are 443 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,469 literate and 1,593 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghinhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,062 | 1,511 | 1,551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 443 | 232 | 211 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,203 | 614 | 589 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 845 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,593 | 666 | 927 |
Nearby Villages of Ghinhapur
Ghinhapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pilkhuwa | South-East | 1.11 km |
| Bhitkaso | West | 1.30 km |
| Fatehpur Bhatuli | South | 1.68 km |
| Chandani | East | 1.71 km |
| Amari | North-East | 2.00 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Renda | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Ladanpur | South | 2.49 km |
| Nonara | East | 2.59 km |
| Pitthaurpur | West | 2.63 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ghinhapur
Ghinhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hurmujpur Halt, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 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 Mehnagar to Ghinhapur is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Ghinhapur is about 36 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 Ghinhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghinhapur 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ghinhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghinhapur 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 Ghinhapur
Where is Ghinhapur located?
Ghinhapur village is located in Mehnagar Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghinhapur?
Ghinhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Ghinhapur?
The pincode of Ghinhapur is 276204.
What is the population of Ghinhapur?
Ghinhapur has a total population of 3,062, including 1,511 males and 1,551 females.
How many households are there in Ghinhapur?
There are 409 households in Ghinhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Ghinhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghinhapur is 47.98%. Male literacy is 55.92% and female literacy is 40.23%.