Gangapur Kaji - Nizamabad, Azamgarh
Gangapur Kaji is a village situated in the Nizamabad tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nizamabad and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gangapur Kaji village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur Kaji is 194578. The village covers a total geographical area of 237.31 hectares and falls under the 276205 pincode. Saraymeer is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gangapur Kaji 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 Gangapur Kaji
As per Census 2011, Gangapur Kaji village has a total population of 1,670 people, consisting of 789 males and 881 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,116 females per 1,000 males. There are 292 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 904 literate and 766 illiterate residents. Additionally, 231 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangapur Kaji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,670 | 789 | 881 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 292 | 150 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 108 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 904 | 518 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 766 | 271 | 495 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur Kaji
Gangapur Kaji 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Khurram | East | 1.33 km |
| Luhsamu Barakpur | West | 1.41 km |
| Chak Darvani | North-West | 1.52 km |
| Bhagatpur | North | 1.73 km |
| Dayalpur Khas | South-East | 1.84 km |
| Ambarpur | North-East | 1.88 km |
| Dariyapur | South-East | 2.11 km |
| Rafipur | North-West | 2.28 km |
| Chakvaka Asgarali | East | 2.32 km |
| Dharnipur Bisaraye | South | 2.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gangapur Kaji
Gangapur Kaji is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sanjarpur, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Saraymeer to Gangapur Kaji is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Azamgarh to Gangapur Kaji is about 26 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 Gangapur Kaji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangapur Kaji village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gangapur Kaji
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 Kaji 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 Gangapur Kaji
Where is Gangapur Kaji located?
Gangapur Kaji village is located in Nizamabad Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangapur Kaji?
Gangapur Kaji is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangapur Kaji?
The pincode of Gangapur Kaji is 276205.
What is the population of Gangapur Kaji?
Gangapur Kaji has a total population of 1,670, including 789 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur Kaji?
There are 236 households in Gangapur Kaji.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur Kaji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur Kaji is 54.13%. Male literacy is 65.65% and female literacy is 43.81%.