Gangepur - Sagri, Azamgarh
Gangepur is a village situated in the Sagri tehsil of Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sagri and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Azamgarh. Gangepur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gangepur is 192795. The village covers a total geographical area of 1254.95 hectares and falls under the 276140 pincode. Azamgarh is the nearest town.
Gangepur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Gangepur
As per Census 2011, Gangepur village has a total population of 4,539 people, consisting of 2,264 males and 2,275 females. The village has 624 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 803 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,112 literate and 2,427 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,185 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gangepur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,539 | 2,264 | 2,275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 803 | 416 | 387 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,185 | 602 | 583 |
| Literate Population | 2,112 | 1,239 | 873 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,427 | 1,025 | 1,402 |
Nearby Villages of Gangepur
Gangepur 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 Gangepur
Gangepur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gangepur is about 40 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 Gangepur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gangepur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gangepur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gangepur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gangepur
Where is Gangepur located?
Gangepur village is located in Sagri Tehsil, Azamgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangepur?
Gangepur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gangepur?
The pincode of Gangepur is 276140.
What is the population of Gangepur?
Gangepur has a total population of 4,539, including 2,264 males and 2,275 females.
How many households are there in Gangepur?
There are 624 households in Gangepur.
What is the literacy rate in Gangepur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gangepur is 46.53%. Male literacy is 54.73% and female literacy is 38.37%.