Gangapur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Gangapur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Chandapar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gangapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangapur is 192849. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.05 hectares and falls under the 276140 pincode.
Gangapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sagri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Azamgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gangapur
According to the 2011 Census, Gangapur village had a total population of 746 people, including 385 males and 361 females, living in 97 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.21%, with male literacy at 83.59% and female literacy at 60.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43.
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 | 746 | 385 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 56 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 478 | 275 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 110 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Gangapur
Gangapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gangapur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gangapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gangapur is about 34 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
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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gangapur
Where is Gangapur located?
Gangapur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gangapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangapur is Chandapar.
What is the pincode of Gangapur?
The pincode of Gangapur is 276140.
What is the population of Gangapur?
Gangapur had a total population of 746, including 385 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Gangapur?
Gangapur had 97 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangapur was 72.21%. Male literacy was 83.59% and female literacy was 60.96%.